Advantages and Disadvantages Of Very Large ICF Units

ICF Insulating Concrete Forms are placed and the concrete is poured in-between the blocks and a layer of insulation is provided on both interior and exterior of the walls. The advantages and disadvantages of ICF large units are listed below:

Advantages:

• ICF saves up to 50% on heating and cooling costs.
• High weather resistance.
• Less construction time.
• Insect resistant.
• Exterior noise does not penetrate ICF wall.
• Fire resistivity.
• Environmental friendly.

Disadvantages:

The only main disadvantage of icf construction methods are they cost higher. However, design plays a vital role in cost. Small designs might cost most cheaper than the wooden framed structures. Larger the design costs higher.

ICF Walls Rarely Formed And Poured Higher Than One Floor At a Time

Utilities Incorporated Into ICF Walls