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What is R-Value?

It is well known that ICF far outperforms framed buildings in energy efficiency and comfort levels, but how do we measure this performance? The R- value, or “resistance to heat flow”, measures just that. Using the R-Value home builders can measure the resistance a...

ICF vs. Traditional Wood Homes

Have you ever wondered how ICF stood up next to traditional construction? Based on multiple research studies, it is apparent that ICF is the superior build. Traditionally, the wood-frame build has been the predominant choice for residential construction in the United...

Energy Efficiency

One of the most striking advantages of using ICF is its energy enhancing qualities. While you cannot see your ICF walls, you can certainly tell they are there each month you review your energy bills.  Firstly, Energy-efficiency starts from the ground up. We use...

What is ICF?

Back in 2007 when my father and I first discovered ICF it was a lot to understand. This innovative product completely disrupted the way we did things, the way we approached a build. It provided all the missing pieces we were looking for- great energy efficiency and...