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home destroyed by fire in the Palisades fire
15 Jan
BuildBlock News, BuildBlock Projects

One Year After the Fires: The State of Southern California

It has been one year since devastating wildfires swept through parts of California, leaving communities like the Pacific Palisades and Altadena scarred by destruction. These fires, fueled by extreme drought conditions and high winds, burned thousands of acres, destroyed homes, and displaced families. Today, we look at the facts about…

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From left to right: Frank Gordon Assoc. AIA, Zach Davidson, Russ Nicely, Brian Corder
18 Dec
BuildBlock News

BuildBlock Welcomes Zach Davidson to the Team

BuildBlock Building Systems is excited to announce the addition of Zach Davidson as our new Regional Business Developer and Superintendent. Zach brings over 12 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs), technical training, and sales management.

icf t-wall intersection before pour
31 Oct
FieldNotes, ICF Training, Technical

How to Build a T-Wall Intersection for Single and Multi-Story Structures

Watch BuildBlock's Newest How-To Video Covering T-Wall Intersections Visit BuildBlock's YouTube Channel to find this and other ICF training information, guides, and instruction.  Transcript:In this video, we’re going to cover how to build t-wall intersections for single and multi-story ICF construction.Step 1: Prepare the FootingFirst, you’ll need to layout the…

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Fab-Form's Zuckle bracing an ICF stem wall
22 Jul
FieldNotes, ICF Accessories and Tools, Technical

Bracing ICF Stem Walls

Ensure your ICF stem walls are properly braced during pours. Learn efficient methods to stabilize your walls for maximum durability.

Habitat Green Freedom Kick Off 2025
Courtesy of Laura Meyer Photography
09 Jul
BuildBlock News, BuildBlock Projects, Habitat For Humanity, Press Releases, Residential ICF Projects

BuildBlock ICFs for “Smart Neighborhood” Construction

Uncover the benefits of ICF home construction with Habitat for Humanity's latest sustainable housing initiative in Aurora, IL.

wall parging on residential home
01 Jul
BuildBlock News, Technical

Wall Parging for ICF Construction: What It Is, Why It’s Needed, and How to Do It Right

Explore wall parging techniques and materials for ICF homes. Enhance protection and aesthetic with effective application.

ICF home left sanding after area burned by wildfire
24 Jun
BuildBlock News, Disaster Resilience, Fire Resilience

How ICFs Offer Fire Resilient Construction

Learn about fire resilient construction features that protect homes from wildfires. This ICF home survived where others did not.

17 Jun
BuildBlock News, BuildBlock Projects, Commercial ICF Projects, Retail ICF Projects

ICFs for Commercial Construction: Fast, Efficient, & Cost-Effective

Discover the benefits of ICFs for faster, efficient commercial construction showcased in the Sherwin-Williams Oklahoma City store.

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13 Mar
BuildBlock Team, Featured

Get to Know Bobby

Learn how Bobby Louviere combines craftsmanship and technical support for high-quality construction and ICF pools.

How an ICF House is Built
Learn about the different components of an ICF house.
04 Feb
BuildBlock News

ICFs Aren’t Just for Basements

ICFs Aren’t Just for Basements Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs) are often used in below-grade applications. The insulation properties of ICFs make them an excellent solution for finished ICF basements but over the past 20 years, ICFs have been growing in popularity as an above-grade construction solution. The same benefits apply…

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