At Seaside we are always striving to do things better, we try to learn from every challenge and incorporate those experiences into our building process. In 2019, we made the decision to start incorporating ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) construction methods into our portfolio. Here on the Texas coast, we deal with one of the harshest coastal environments. Moisture infiltration, salt air corrosion, driving rain and heavy winds and of course Hurricanes were all driving factors to make this change.
Pros of ICF Construction
Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Construction offers amazing benefits that far outweigh conventional stick frame construction.
- Cost - The cost to build an ICF home is within 10-12% of traditional building.
- Availability - ICF block is available in less than two weeks.
- Continuous Insulation and no thermal bridging.
- Longevity - ICF structures last 100+ years.
- Reduces labor cost and mistakes by framers.
- Fire Protection - Non Toxic, fire retardant expanded polystyrene foam provides a fire protection rating of up to 4 hrs.
- Can build multi stories - Hotels, schools and other commercial buildings are built with ICF.
- Energy Savings - Has a combined R value and Thermal Mass value equal to an R-56 wall assembly which will save 70% reduction on energy costs.
- Sustainability - The ICf blocks are made with 100% recycled polypropylene, reducing waste and your home’s carbon footprint.
- Soundproofing - ICF homes are extremely quiet.
- Wind Resistance - Can be designed to withstand up to 250MPH winds.
