Concrete Homes

Concrete homes are more than a solid foundation. Concrete floors and walls provide a thermal mass which helps to regulate the interior temperature and comfort of the home. In addition, the solid walls prevent uncontrolled air infiltration and exfiltration of the living space conserving the use of energy to heat and cool the home.

Concrete Homes Magazine

A magazine about all things concrete for the home. Concrete Homes Magazine

Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs)

Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs) are formwork for concrete that stays in place as permanent building insulation for energy-efficient, cast-in-place, reinforced concrete walls, floors, and roofs. Insulating Concrete Forms

Concrete Homes: What are They?

Building concrete homes can offer solid, disaster-resistant construction, greater comfort and security, lower energy bills, lower maintenance, as well as a home that’s healthier to live in and easier on the environment. NAHB’s Concrete Home Building Coalition

Precast Concrete Passive Solar Home

The walls of precast concrete passive solar homes are made from concrete panels, cast in a factory and assembled on site, which save time at the construction site and save energy by taking advantage of the sun and wind for heating and cooling. Precast Concrete Passive Solar Home

 

 

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