
How to Build a Parking Garage That Performs for Decades

The New Canadian NBCC Code and ICFs Compared to Wood Framing

The Best Insulative Building Material for Cold Storage Warehouse Construction

Why More School Boards Are Turning to ICF School Construction for Long-Term Cost Savings
Building Beyond Code with ICF
While it may seem that having to comply with constantly-evolving building codes is just part of doing business in a modern society, that’s not really true.

5 Must-Haves for High Performance Building Envelope Systems

Rebar Sizes, Grades, and Types: Building Strength and Stability
Every structure, from towering skyscrapers to quiet family homes, relies on rebar to provide the strength and stability that concrete alone cannot deliver.

21 Construction Techniques to Build a Small, Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Home

Continuous Wall Foundation: Building a Strong Continuous Load Path from Foundation to Roof

Designing for Disaster Protection and Storm-Proof Homes
Exterior wind damage is responsible for 25% of all homeowner insurance claims. That doesn’t include the interior losses that occur when damaged windows and roofs let rain wreak havoc inside. While we can’t prevent windstorms, we can lessen their damage by planning home designs with wind-resistance as a top priority.