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A Whole New Way To Build:

Building with Insulated Concrete Forms is the new-generation of Integrated Building Technology which is vastly superior to traditional stick framing methods.

ICFs are rigid Styrofoam forms that hold concrete in place during curing and remain in place afterwards to serve as thermal insulation for concrete walls.

The foam blocks are lightweight and result in energy-efficient, durable construction. It is a much smarter way to build homes which are stronger, more comfortable and energy-efficient, while allowing for flexibility of design and lower future maintenance costs.

With ICFs, you can save time and money and get a superior, more rewarding and more valuable home.

The Following articles will explain the system and hopefully make you think carefully before choosing the method for building your future home:

Articles

  • Why Build With ICFs?
    "Why should you build with Insulated Concrete Forms? A better question would be: Why would you consider building with anything else?..."

  • Why Build With ICFs?
    "Why should you build with Insulated Concrete Forms? A better question would be: Why would you consider building with anything else?..."

  • Building with Insulated Concrete Forms
    Nine Things You Need To Know About Building With Insulated Concrete Forms BEFORE You Start... Before selecting and reviewing your plans you should know the following:

  • ICF Cost
    How Much Does It Cost to Build With Insulated Concrete Forms? Depending how costs are viewed, ICF cost may be a little more or significantly less to build and operate.

  • Concrete Home: If Rome was built today...
    The Magic of ICF's: The big secret that more and more builders, architects, and homeowners are beginning to uncover is the new advances in concrete home construction using ICF technology.

  • ICF-Building-Sequance
    ICF Building Sequence for a one story home will show you step by step process of building insulated concrete form home...

  • Insulated Concrete Construction Cost Analysis
    Done by NAHB and Portland Cement Association this cost analysis was done by surveying builders and clients and comparing results...

  • NAHB Special Report: ICF Systems Analysis
    Research Report by NAHB on different ICF systems their use and comparison...

  • Energy Comparisons of Concrete Homes Versus Wood Built Homes
    By Dr. Pieter VanderWerf one of the pioneers of the ICF industry. This report compares Insulated Concrete Form homes energy consumption throughout United States and Canada...

  • HVAC Sizing Methodology For Insulated Concrete Homes
    Free report by US department of housing and urban development on sizing of your heating and cooling equipment in an ICF home...



 

 

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