ICFs are hollow foam blocks that are stacked, locked together, rebar placed in them, then filled with concrete. The blocks form the walls, thus providing insulation that's built into the permanent structure. With built-in insulation & concrete, these buildings are air tight & energy efficient, thus providing the owner with year around comfort, security & an environmental friendly home or commerical business.
  
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Benefits of Building with ICFs
Quality and energy efficiency is our #1 priority in building your new home or business. We strive to meet the needs of people who are concerned about energy costs, as well as an affordable, comfortable living environment for their families year around. The many benefits of building an I.C.F. foundation or home are numerous.
Lower Energy Costs
Cut heating & cooling costs from 50 to 80 percent over traditionally framed structures.
Air tight, thus keeping cold and hot air out, therefore maintaining a more consistant temperature inside.
Moisture Control
Locks out mold and mildew. With insulation on both sides of your concrete wall, you eliminate the dew point from entering the wall, resulting in a dry, livable basement, thus doubling your homes square footage.
Increased Strength and Safety
Able to withstand tornadoes and hurricanes up to 200 miles per hour. They can also withstand fire for as much as four hours, providing safety and security for those inside.
Sound Proof
Dramatically reduces outside noise pollution. ICFs are rated the quietest building product on the market for reducing unwanted outside noise
Clean Air
ICFs are air tight, thus creating a safe haven from irritants that can cause allergies by incoming particles such as dust, mold, and moisture.
Pest Resistant
No food source for pests or termites.
Environmental Benefits of Going Green
ICFs are inherently green, from raw materials to installation. 100 percent of the installation waste is recyclable and there is a savings on lumber used in these buildings.
ICFs help minimize energy use and optimize performance in reduced heating and cooling costs.
Lower Insurance Rates
If majority of your building is concrete, it is considered masonary construction which in-turn reduces your insurance rates.
Effect Resale of Your Home or Business
By choosing a more advanced building product means an intitial investment that will pay dividends as time goes on.
No Limit to Design-Inside and Out
You are virtually unlimited to choosing the design which will best suit your needs. We can easily adapt any floor plan you come up with, custom or spec. Your windows can be any shape or size and any finish can be applied including, stucco, lap siding, brick, etc. The possibilities are endless.
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