The BuildBlock ICF Swimming Pool Construction Manual
The BuildBlock ICF Swimming Pool Construction Manual BuildBlock is proud to release the ICF Swimming Pool Construction Manual. Paired with our Swimming Pool Engineering Manual, this new document covers the ICF pool building process from start to finish. ICFs swimming pools are not only faster to build, but the insulating foam…
Video: Installing Garage Doors on an ICF Wall
Video Transcript Hi, I'm Micah Garrett with BuildBlock Building Systems. One of the common questions we often get is how to finish a garage door. Today, we're gonna take some time to walk you through a couple of different approaches for how you might finish and install a garage…
Video: ICF Waterproofing with PolyWall Building Solutions
Video Transcript I'm Dan Thomas, the Business Development Manager for PolyWall Building Solutions. We're a division of PolyGuard products, an employee-owned, Texas-based manufacturer of a number of different air and water barrier systems. The particular system we've got on this project is our PolyWall Homestretch membrane. This is designed specifically…
ICFs and the Net Zero Design Push
The Building Science community continues to push for more stringent energy codes. Increases in insulation requirements and airtightness have become the primary mechanism to achieve higher performance. Buildings are required to use less overall energy, and where they require energy are asked to supply it themselves. Net-zero compliance is a…
Webinar: How to Build an ICF Swimming Pool
Webinar: How to Build an ICF Swimming Pool Join us for this special class covering the fastest growing trend in ICF construction! Join BuildBlock Founder Mike Garrett for an overview of how to build ICF Pools. ICF pools are a fast and effective way to build a quality pool at…
The Rising Demand for Structures
The Rising Demand for Structures Every code cycle seems to demand more from our structures. Increases in regulations often mean increased cost, which to many builders is perceived as a net negative. Yet, is this the correct way to perceive stricter rules? Or is there a better way to think about…
How to Build an ICF Pool (30 steps)
We've recently updated our 25 Steps to Building an ICF Pool training course to include extra steps and considerations. Visit our training site to take the full course which is easily completed in one sitting. This abbreviated course will give you an overview of the basic steps to building a…
The Daughtrey Residence
The first ICF home in Duncan, Oklahoma is recognized as a top project at the 2018 ICF Builder Awards Max Daughtrey wanted to build a home for himself that performed exceptionally well but looked like "a normal house". To accomplish this goal, he chose to build with ICFs. Daughtrey was…
BuildBuck Accepted by Miami Dade
BuildBuck Accepted as Part of Full ICF Wall System for Miami Dade and Florida Building Codes Oklahoma City, OK—BuildBlock Building Systems, manufacturer of BuildBlock Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs), has had its product, “BuildBuck” accepted in Miami Dade and Florida Building Codes as part of the BuildBlock ICF wall system.…
BuildBlock to hold ICF training on Earth Day in New Braunfels, TX!
BuildBlock is looking forward to celebrating the most energy-efficient, disaster-resilient, and sustainable construction method available (ICFs) on Earth Day! Join us for a full day of ICF training in New Braunfels, Texas! This class includes an informational classroom-style discussion on the use of ICFs in construction as well as a…