Insulating concrete forms / Discussions

What is the best way to stop thermal bridging between my ICF block construction walls and my footing?

...Insulating Concrete Forms for the slab also  And if you're interested in the history of ICFs blocks & ICF Construction, that's here.  

Posted by Walter van den Broek Sept. 18, 2020 Foundation choices 1 response

With an ICF built frost wall can you install electric wire in floor heat cables and cork flooring?

...concrete and I will be on time of day rates so the concrete heats up at night. I have R35 in walls and R60 in ceiling I am looking at using the 4mm cork tiles glued down with the bostik and finitec products you used on the Edelweiss house. Do you see any issues with using it with the electrical heating cables as compar...

Posted by C Whitby Aug. 7, 2020 Flooring and stairs 3 responses

Do ICFs have a reliable history for home construction?

...Insulating Concrete Forms construction a new thing or do they have a long history and do they meet code? We'd never heard of ICFs before and wondered if it was just an up-sell and whether it is worth considering. Thanks! In my considered opinion, ICF construction is perfect for building a basement. ICF blocks are quick...

Posted by Les Poldark Dec. 6, 2021 Foundations and Basements 1 response

Compared to pre-fab wall assemblies - how does ICF Construction fare?

I'm evaluating several wall construction methods like ICF blocks, Double stud walls, and pre-built wall assemblies.  What can you tell me about your experience with ICF construction compared to pre-fab wall assemblies? Are there Prefab companies in Ontario/Quebec who recommend siting homes on an ICF basement for exampl...

Posted by Shaun B Nov. 12, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 2 responses