
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.

The Business Case for Building Multifamily with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)

8 Must-Haves for a Net-Zero Energy Home
A net-zero energy home aims to make enough renewable energy to meet its own annual energy consumption needs. These are 8 must-haves for a net-zero energy home.

How to Define Comfort in a Home
We all want a comfortable home where we can release the stresses of the day. Fox Blocks presents seven tips to help you optimize the comfort of your home.

How to Make Concrete More Sustainable with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)

How to Build a Wind-Resistant Home with Fox Blocks ICFs
Tragically, between 2000 and 2017 there were 894 wind and 1417 tornado-related deaths. In 2017, 36 percent of the wind and 63 percent of the tornado-related fatalities happened either in a mobile or permanent home. A wind-resistant design is critical to a home’s integrity and a family’s safety.

Florida ICF Homes are Energy-Efficient, Storm-Proof, and Durable

Exterior Wall Thickness: How Thick Should Your Walls Be?
The exterior wall thickness of a home significantly impacts the house’s energy efficiency, disaster resistance, and IEQ. Learn how thick exterior walls should be.

How Long Does It Take to Build a House in California?
Building a house in California offers unique challenges and opportunities due to its diverse climate, geography, and stringent building regulations. This article explores the specific factors influencing construction timelines in California.

How Much Does It Cost to Pour a Foundation?
Building a strong and reliable foundation is a significant step in the construction of any home or building. The cost of this process varies depending on foundation type, material, and labor requirements.