11 Must Haves for Energy Efficient Homes in Canada and the Northern U.S.
North America’s long-cold, sub-zero winters demand energy-efficient homes that save Canadian and American homeowners money while keeping their families warm and comfortable.
How to Build a House Foundation: 7 Steps to get a Solid Foundation
How Architects Can Sell Clients on ICF Construction
Utilizing ICF for residential projects is an amazing way to create strong and safe homes while utilizing ICF for commercial projects is an easy way to hit deadlines earlier with lower costs. Want to know how to sell your clients on ICF construction? Keep reading to receive expert knowledge on all the benefits and the best way to communicate them.
Is ICF Construction Worth the Cost for Commercial Buildings?
ICF construction for commercial buildings has skyrocketed over the past few years. ICF benefits ranging from sound insulation to durability to building strength and disaster resistance have piqued a lot of interest for builders and architects. But it has some scratching their heads, mistakenly thinking ICF is more expensive and then wondering, “Is ICF construction cost worth it?”
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.
ICF vs. Steel Framing: Which Is Best For Commercial Construction?
ICFs have been used with great success for projects such as hotels, theatres, multi-story residential, office, retail, mixed-use retail, educational projects and all manner of public works and federal military applications. However, some people argue that Steel Framing is best for commercial construction, so we decided to get to the bottom of the ICF vs. Steel Framing face-off.
The Anatomy of a High Performance Home
A modern, high-performance home provides you with energy-efficiency, safety, and a high-level of indoor environment quality (IEQ) for your family’s comfort.
Build a Resilient Building Design with Fox Blocks ICFs
Resilient buildings made with Fox Blocks ICFs will protect a commercial building’s integrity against severe winds, flooding, earthquakes, extreme temperatures, and fire.
Why Real Estate Investors Should Rebuild with ICF Instead of Fix and Flip
Real estate investors can limit the financial risks of fix and flip construction by demolishing the old structures and rebuilding with insulated concrete forms (ICFs).
A Look at the Rising Cost of Lumber in Home Building
A slowdown at the lumber mills due to the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with other factors, has led to lumber shortages and skyrocketing prices.