Simple Ways to Save Money On Your Build
As builders and buyers look to continually fight rising costs, making small changes and minor substitutions, as a way of value engineering, can largely impact the final cost of a build.
How to Build a Flood-Resistant House
In this article, we’ll explore flood proof home construction using innovative materials and techniques, with a focus on insulated concrete forms (ICFs).
What R-Value Do You Need for Basement Walls?
The proper R‑value of basement walls will produce energy-efficient, durable, healthy, and comfortable homes. Learn what R‑value your basement walls should have.
Are Poured Basement Walls Better than CMUs for Below-Grade Construction?
What is the Concrete Temperature Limit?
Concrete is a versatile and durable construction material that is predominantly used in both commercial and residential structures. It’s essential to understand concrete’s thermal properties, specifically its temperature limits, to optimize its strength and durability.
Wind Resistant Buildings: Creating a Solid Design with ICF Blocks
Wall systems constructed with Fox Blocks insulated concrete forms (ICFs ) ensure a wind-resistant structure with a strong continuous load path that holds the roof, walls, floors, and foundation together during an intense wind event.
3 Reasons Why ICFs and Swimming Pools are a Great Match
There are many reasons to use ICFs for your new swimming pool, but here are our top three.
Construction Jobsite Sanitation: 10 Tips for Keeping Your Contractors Safe on a Jobsite
Build a Concrete House and Reap the Energy-Saving Rewards of Thermal Mass Home Design
Insulated Concrete Forms: Pros and Cons