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Why ZERH Builders Profits are Decreasing
Today’s home­own­ers demand ener­gy-effi­cient and high-per­form­ing homes. As ZERH builders strive to accom­mo­date these demands, they also strug­gle with decreas­ing prof­its.
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HERS Index vs Energy Star
Ener­gy effi­cien­cy in homes is vital for both eco­nom­ic and envi­ron­men­tal rea­sons, which is why builders have robust tools like the HERS Index and Ener­gy Star rat­ings to gauge and improve the ener­gy per­for­mance of build­ings.
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Low Cost House Construction with Energy-Efficient Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)
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How to Make Concrete More Sustainable with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)
Can You Mix Metal and Wood Studs? [The Challenges and Alternatives]
Can You Mix Metal and Wood Studs? Understanding the Mix and a Better Alternative
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How to Choose a 1-Hour Fire-Rated Wall Assembly
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5 Ways To Save Money On Your Next Commercial Project
ICF’s ben­e­fits are mas­sive, rang­ing from cost sav­ings to dura­bil­i­ty, high qual­i­ty and easy instal­la­tion. If you want to learn how to save mon­ey on your next project, keep read­ing.
What Additional Insulation Do You Need for an ICF Home
What Additional Insulation Do You Need for an ICF Home?
Easy-to-install ICF wall sys­tems help cre­ate ener­gy-effi­cient, durable, dis­as­ter-resis­tant, and healthy homes. But do you need addi­tion­al wall insu­la­tion for ICF homes?
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Understanding Insurance When Building a New Home
Under­stand­ing insur­ance is key when build­ing a new home — for both home­own­ers and builders.