Permitting Pitfalls with ICF in California—and How to Avoid Them

If you’ve ever tried to pull a permit for an ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) building in California, you already know: it’s ... Read More

ICF for Schools and Daycares: Why California Educators Are Making the Switch

When it comes to building or expanding schools and daycare centers in California, the demands go far beyond just meeting code. Today’s educators want learning environments that are safer, quieter, healthier, and more cost-effective to operate. And increasingly, they’re turning to an unexpected solution: Insulated Concrete Forms, or ICF. Read More

ICF vs. Tilt-Up: Which Is Better for Mid-Size Commercial Projects in California?

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Top 5 ICF Design Mistakes Builders Should Avoid

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Building for Coastal Conditions: ICF’s Advantage in Pacific Northwest’s Salty, Windy Climate

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Quiet Living, Strong Design: Why ICF Homes Are Gaining Ground in California’s Suburbs

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ICF Construction for Energy Conservation

Energy conservation is very prominent in all aspects of our culture today, as indeed it should be. For too long we have squandered natural resources as if they would continue to be available indefinitely, and that of course is just not the case. This article explores how we might build with energy conservation in mind, by giving greater consideration to our building methods and choices. The result will be conservation of natural resources. Read More

Lateral Forming Systems for ICF Construction

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Using ICF’s for Construction of Projects Other Than Buildings

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