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Green Building Practices are the wave of the future.
Saving the planet's natural resources has been a hot topic
for many years now. Energy efficient structures are a way to
preserve our resources and save money for years to come.
Insulated concrete forms are a great way to capitalize on
energy efficiency.
There are many advantages to owning an ICF building or
home...
- Reduce power bills with maximum insulation
- Solid concrete walls are stronger and safer than
other building types
- Comfortable and quiet from outside noise
- Attach drywall and any exterior products directly to
the forms
- Reduce the size of a/c needed for heating and
cooling
What is ICF Construction?
ICF ICF LLC builds exterior walls out of the product
called Insulated Concrete Forms. The
product consists of an inside and outside layer of styrofoam
that is 2 1/2” thick. After stacking the product to wall
height, we then fill the inside with concrete. Your home or
building will then have a continuous solid poured concrete
wall for the exterior. The concrete can be poured 4, 6, 8,
and 12 inches thick. The solid poured walls will stop
windborne debris in the event of a tornado or hurricane.
Building with this product has tremendous benefits.
Energy bills are drastically reduced. This is due to the
insulation of the product. Hot and cold weather take a long
time to penetrate the walls. Therefore, the size of the a/c
unit can be smaller, saving upfront building costs and
monthly running costs. The solid poured walls will stop
windborne debris in the event of a tornado or hurricane.
The exterior walls also have a much higher wind speed
rating. The inside of the home is very comfortable and the
outside noise level is significantly lower. With high
quality windows and doors, outside noise is virtually zero.
Drywall and tile backer board attach directly to the ICF.
Also, any exterior product ( stucco, brick, siding) can be
applied to the forms. Insurance rates are lower.
To get the safest home or building, we can also pour
second floors and roofs using a similar product. This adds
to the security of the structure during bad weather. You can
take advantage of using this type of product even if you
have already started your project.
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