Building the
Better Home
The ECO-Block ICF system combines the tremendous strength of
steel-reinforced concrete with the insulating properties of expanded
polystyrene to produce one of the most revolutionary building systems in
home construction today. And ECO-Block buildings are built to last —
both the energy savings and structural strength continue throughout the
life of the building.
There is no limit to what can be built with the ECO-Block system —
standard single-story, two-story, multi-story, even curved walls. Plus,
any conventional interior or exterior finish can be used with ECO-Block.
ECO-Block buildings save you money by offering superior energy
efficiency; up to 50 percent (or more) can be saved on heating and
cooling bills over houses of similar size built with standard materials.
ECO-Block Concrete Form Setting also reduce the pressure on precious
natural resources because they replace lumber used in frame construction
and greatly reduce the amount of fuel needed for heating and cooling. In
addition, an environmentally clean process produces the form itself. No
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) are used in manufacturing the form. In
addition, a large percentage of the high-plastic webs and connectors are
made from recycled material.
Additional ECO-Block Advantages:
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Increased Strength: Nothing
rivals steel-reinforced concrete for strength.
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Moisture-Resistant: The indoor
climate of your ECO-Block home is protected by the air and water vapor
barrier qualities of the ECO-Block ICF system.
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Airtight: An ECO-Block wall
assembly stops air filtration into the structure. It provides greater
control of interior air quality, eliminating drafts and cold spots.
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Fire-rated Assembly: Concrete
structures are far more likely to remain standing through fire than are
buildings made of other materials. Concrete doesn’t break down until
it’s exposed to thousands of degrees Fahrenheit, far hotter than a
typical house fire.
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Soundproof: Walls constructed
with ECO-Block forms dramatically reduce noise pollution. The result is
a super-quiet environment.
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Cost: The cost to build your
ECO-Block home will be comparable to that of other energy-efficient
structures, but with many additional benefits.
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Heating and Cooling: The
minute you move into your ECO-Block home, you begin saving money. That’s
because ECO-Block walls are airtight and have an R 3.78 insulation
value. Savings of 30 to 60 percent or more on heating and cooling
costs are possible.
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Resale Value: All the features
integrated into an ECO-Block home will add value when it comes time to
sell. Many appraisers consider energy efficiency when determining a
home’s value.
