
12 Home Building Ideas for Your New Construction
Building a new home starts with a series of technical choices that define long-term performance. Every system, from structure to HVAC, must work together for energy efficiency, comfort, and durability.

A Better Approach to Fire Safety with Concrete Building Design
Non-combustible, insulated concrete form (ICF) construction is a better approach to fire safety over wood construction.

The Business Case for Building Multifamily with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)
Fox Blocks and Menards Promote Storm Safe Homes
Our insulated concrete forms are solid monolithic walls and withstand the worst of rainstorms, fires, and high winds — including tornadoes.

How Long Does It Really Take to Build a House?
Whether you’re building your dream home or a cozy cottage, knowing the timeline is essential. However, one of the first questions that come to mind is, “How long will it take to turn these blueprints into my home?” Understanding the timeline is crucial for planning, budgeting, and ultimately enjoying the process of watching your house come to life.

Home Climate Control: How to Prepare for When the Power Goes Out

Building a Tsunami-Proof House with Fox Blocks
Building a tsunami-proof house requires strategic planning and the use of specialized materials. Coastal homes face unique challenges that demand solutions capable of withstanding powerful waves and the debris they carry.

6 Methods for Building Homes Faster in 2022
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.

Building a Year-Round, Energy-Efficient and Durable Cabin with Fox Blocks ICF
Cabins and cottages often start as a second home or weekend retreat. ICF construction ensures year-round use of the cabin.

10 Steps for Building a Home with Insulated Concrete Form Blocks
An ICF home, like one built with Fox Blocks, provides many of the essential features that today’s homeowner is looking for: excellent indoor environmental quality (IEQ), energy-efficiency, and disaster-resistance.