Comparing Costs of Concrete Block vs Wood Frame Construction and a Better Alternative to Both
The Fox Blocks Energy Stick
How do you improve an Insulated Concrete Form wall that already out-performs most wall systems in all climates? You move the concrete mass toward the living side of the wall.
What is the R-Value of Concrete? How to Maximize Wall Insulation with ICFs
The Power of Insulated Concrete Forms: Maximizing R-Value in Your Construction Project
Building Energy-Efficient, Safe, and Healthy Low-Income Housing with Fox Blocks ICFs
Glen's Contractor Tip Corner: Short Jogs
I had a call this week from a contractor who wanted to know if there was an easy way to build a two foot jog into a wall. This brought back flashbacks of when I used to attempt to interlock corners thinking the strength of the interlock was going to hold things together during concrete placement.
ICF Tornado Safe Rooms or Shelters for Homes and Small Businesses
How Will This Year's Vote on the IECC Affect Your Next Project?
Today, there are many voices making waves in building codes and green/energy-efficient design; none are more important than the views of local officials that vote on hundreds of proposals to change the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).
26 ICF Builders & Contractors to Consider for Your Construction Needs
8 Earthquake-Resistant Construction Techniques for a Reliable Build