
How to Speed Up New Home Construction
Lightweight and sturdy ICFs, like Fox Blocks, speed up new home construction with quick and easy installation, guaranteed availability, and both hot and cold temperature resistance.

5 Net Zero Energy Homes That Will Inspire
We’ve compiled a list of zero-energy homes that incorporate sustainable construction into the building process. The results are 5 facilities that prove zero net energy can be achieved with careful planning and appropriate implementation.

Aluminum Stud Problems and a Better Alternative

What is a HERS Index Score and How to Achieve a Good HER Rating
Home energy efficiency is crucial in today’s environmentally conscious and economically driven world.

7 Home Building Trends for 2022

A Look at the Rising Cost of Lumber in Home Building
A slowdown at the lumber mills due to the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with other factors, has led to lumber shortages and skyrocketing prices.

A Guide to Selecting the Best Siding for Your ICF Wall
Building an ICF house allows for the application of many types of exterior finishes. The choice of exterior finish comes down to your personal decision, cost, and local styles.

What Is the R-Value of ICF Foundation Walls?

The New Canadian NBCC Code and ICFs Compared to Wood Framing

12 Modern Home Construction Methods
The building industry cites a lack of qualified construction workers as the major obstacle holding up their construction projects. Here are five ways builders can speed up home construction.