Are Poured Basement Walls Better than CMUs for Below-Grade Construction?
How ICFs Provide Airtight and Fire-Resistant Common Walls for Multi-Family Buildings
What is the Optimal Foundation Wall Thickness?
A concrete foundation wall’s thickness plays an integral role in its long-term strength and durability. Local building codes mandate the foundation specifications, addressing conditions that affect the foundation thickness.
ICF Home Plans are Versatile and Limitless in Design Options
ICF Basements 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Build
The Advantages of ICF over CMU Construction
Concrete masonry units (CMU) and insulated concrete form (ICF) walls have several features in common: energy-efficiency, durability, and good indoor environmental quality (IEQ). However, ICF is quicker and easier to install compared to CMU, which saves time and money.
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.
7 Things to Know About Basement Insulation Code
For building code basement insulation, there are 7 important things to know.
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Vs. Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)
How to Get Energy-Efficient Walls with Insulated Concrete Forms