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When considering AAC vs ICF construction, it’s important to know the differences, pros, and cons.
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Eco-Friendly Space to Serve the Public. The Alachua County Tax Collector’s Office is a welcoming space with staff and clients at the forefront of design.
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This article will outline the importance of construction workflow in commercial projects, the processes that often take the most time during construction, the benefits of using ICF and how specifically Fox Blocks’ ICF can help save time and costs on your next project.
5 Disadvantages to DIY Concrete Foundation Forms
Before you begin your concrete foundation forms DIY project, consider these five disadvantages of DIY concrete form construction.
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY GYMNASIUM
Rebuilding the Kenwood Elementary Gymnasium helped heal the community.
What do termites do to the foam?
EPS provides no nutrient value and is not a food source for termites. If left exposed, termites may tunnel into the foam in search of fibrous food. When building, in a heavy termite infestation area, care is required in the detailing and construction of the walls that will be in contact with ground, to prevent access to the foam for termites.
How do I protect the ICFs below grade?
All ICF walls below grade, that have habitable space on one side (basement), must have a waterproofing / dampproofing membrane installed. For walls that do not have habitable space on one side (crawl space, frost walls, etc.) the EPS can be left exposed to the earth. The EPS will not deteriorate when exposed to the earth.