Aluminum Stud Problems and a Better Alternative
Working With an Architect: A Homeowner's Guide to Designing a New House
This guide will help you navigate through the process of hiring and working with an architect to successfully design and build the home of your dreams.
Duplex vs. Multiplex: Choosing the Right Investment
Duplex or multiplex: which is the better investment? Learn the differences, pros, and cons to make the right choice for your property goals!
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.
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 to Attach Siding to an ICF Substrate
Dive into the Debate: ICF vs. Fiberglass for Pool Construction
Embodied Carbon vs Operational Carbon: The ICF Advantage for Operational Carbon Buildings
The environmental impact of buildings is a key concern in modern construction, focusing on reducing carbon emissions. A clear understanding of embodied and operational carbon, along with their differences, is essential for sustainable construction strategies.
Benefits of Accelerating the Design Process and Construction Completion Schedule
How to Build a House Foundation: 7 Steps to get a Solid Foundation