What is a Shear Wall and How Does it Protect Your Building?
Construction of a shear wall includes materials and design that enhance a structure’s stiffness, strength, and ductility in order to withstand lateral forces from severe winds and earthquakes.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a 30,000 Sq Ft Warehouse?
By choosing practical, sustainable solutions, businesses can effectively manage the cost to build a 30,000 sq ft warehouse while boosting efficiency.
How ICF Solves the Problems of Both Metal and Wood Stud Framing
How ICF Construction Lowers Capital and Yearly Expenses and Improves Resale Value
What if my contractor doesn’t know how to build with it?
Fox Blocks offers the most comprehensive installer training in the industry. We can train your contractor or help you locate a trained installer in your area.
What size and how much steel reinforcement is required in an ICF?
Fox Blocks walls are designed as reinforced concrete walls, with steel reinforcement bars specified to be installed vertically and horizontally, as the walls are built. Typical reinforcement bar sizes used are #4 or #5 (10 m or 15 m).
Constructing an ICF Garage Foundation
A garage is only as strong as the foundation beneath it. Without the right planning and construction, problems like settling, water damage, and instability can show up over time.
