ICF is what I will use when i build a house, unless something better comes out by then. It cost about 20-25 percent more to build with ICF over 2x6 framing, but the lower utility bills, and the lower cost for using a smaller heating and air conditioning system that is needed should more than make up for the difference. This was a few years ago when i spoke to a contractor, your area might be different. Most ICF manufacturers will sell directly to you, so you can do it yourself, if you want. Unless your going to have strange angles, it won't take long to put the forms up. You will need lots of help when it comes time to pore the concrete in the forms though
Michael _____ From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Thursday, July 16, 2009 9:21 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [BlindHandyMan] another building question I'm still doing research into the different methods of building a house. Anyone here have an icf house? Icf stands for insulated concrete form. If so, what do you like or not like about it? Also, how much did it cost to build? When it was built, did you put up the forms yourself or have someone do it? Any info is appreciated. Thanks. Shane [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
