Staying Safe: Fortified Construction Protects Your Home & Family
Fortified home construction refers to using materials and techniques in combination with one another to make your home stronger and more resilient as a shelter.
ICFs and Severe Weather
The steel reinforced concrete, which can cure stronger than normal concrete because of the foam insulation, can withstand winds of over 200 MPH, and projectile debris traveling over 100 MPH. There are dozens of eye witness examples of ICF homes taking EF5 tornadoes head on with the walls still standing.
Home Construction: Built to Endure Hurricanes
A few surviving houses caught the eye of media outlets around the world, seemingly untouched by Hurricane Michael’s destruction. What made these houses different?
Industry Standard ICF’s: Feedback from Contractors
January through April is when we plant our seeds for the year by displaying our product for the market in trade shows. I’ve participated in these trade shows for 17 years now in the ICF industry and it has always been the same old thing, but this year was notably different.
Tips for Finding the Right Contractor
When you’re ready to move forward with your project, finding the right contractor can be a daunting task.
8 Gorgeous Waterfront Homes Built with ICF
Waterfront homes are one of the most sought after properties in the country. Unfortunately, homes on the water face weather conditions and a climate that can be destructive to the home.
Supporting Green Initiatives in Government with ICF Construction
Despite understanding the need for sustainability, many architects, designers and building owners see the associated costs as a barrier. The reality is that, while switching to sustainable building practices does require an initial investment, it’s not as much as many assume.
Glen's Contractor Tip Corner: Short Jogs
I had a call this week from a contractor who wanted to know if there was an easy way to build a two foot jog into a wall. This brought back flashbacks of when I used to attempt to interlock corners thinking the strength of the interlock was going to hold things together during concrete placement.
6 Methods for a More Sustainable Construction Industry
Sustainability is rapidly gaining momentum on a global scale. But meeting modern sustainability requirements presents a challenge to construction companies and building owners alike.
5 Construction Industry Trends in 2019
In 2019, construction industry trends welcome advancements in building methods and materials; however, the industry still struggles with ongoing labor shortages.