What is ICF Construction?

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Whether you're building a concrete home or a multi-level commercial structure, you can't beat the rewards of building with Insulated Concrete Forms. Insulated Concrete Forms provide a lightweight, high-strength alternative to using steel or wood frames.

Insulated concrete forms (ICF) are hollow foam blocks that are stacked into the shape of the exterior walls of a building, reinforced with steel rebar, and then filled with concrete. Insulated concrete forms combine one of the finest insulating materials - Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) - with one of the strongest structural building materials - steel reinforced concrete. The result is a wall system of unmatched comfort, energy efficiency, strength and noise reduction. 

• Lower energy costs due to the energy efficiency built in. (Energy Star Certified)
• Sound-blocking ability with a STC rating of 51+ - creating a quiet space.
• Low maintenance due to mold, rot, mildew, and insect resistance.
• Increased security due to steel reinforced concrete walls.
• Disaster resistance with a fire rating up to 4-hours and wind resistance exceeding F5 hurricanes and tornadoes.
• Cost savings with lower insurance premiums.
• Increased comfort and health benefits of improved air quality with 75% less outside air infiltration.

• The construction time is decreased needing fewer workers to install, creating fast and easy construction due to the stack-able forms.
• There are multiple form options creating flexibility in building designs.
• Light weight for easy shipping and delivery.
• Is compatible with any carpenter trades with multiple finish options.
• Easier to meet higher energy code mandates with ICF construction.