So you’ve decided to build your next home. Concrete Block, also known CMU (concrete masonry unit), is the leading method of home construction in Mexico, so you’ll have architects, builders, and even employees at your local building material store pushing you in that direction. But are you sure concrete block will provide the energy efficiency and comfort you really want in your new home, and what about the strength to withstand all Mother Nature will throw at it?

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Your ideal home should be comfortable, beautiful and safe for you and your family. With insulated concrete forms, or ICF, your home can be all that, plus environmentally friendly, energy efficient, and resistant to natural disasters. Building a home with ICF, compared to traditional systems, offers greater durability, low maintenance, and the peace of mind that your home will last for generations.

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ICF Advantages: Enhanced Safety, Superior Comfort, and Environmental Sustainability.

 

ICF MEXICO's insulated concrete forms are composed of two interconnected expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam panels. These panels are stacked and reinforced with steel, then filled with concrete to create structurally sound walls with continuous insulation on both the interior and exterior.

ICF allows for the construction of aesthetically pleasing and highly energy-efficient homes, reducing energy consumption and generating significant monthly savings. Additionally, ICF MEXICO's ICFs facilitate a much faster construction saving you money in construction time related costs and require less maintenance, resulting in a durable, efficient home that is resistant to disasters.

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​How does the performance of ICF homes compare to those built with traditional materials such as concrete blocks?

 

When compared to traditional concrete block and other building methods, ICF offers a compelling value proposition. Its superior energy efficiency, achieved through continuous insulation, can reduce heating and cooling costs by up to 60%*. Coupled with faster construction times, increased durability, and enhanced comfort, ICF is clearly the superior choice for modern construction.

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ICF MEXICO offers online educational resources for guidance whenever your building team needs it. And working through your ICF sales consultant as a liaison, you can access our technical experts for personalized support and even job site visits through the different construction phases to confirm proper ICF installation.

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We know it can be overwhelming to think about all the organizations who will be involved in the design and construction of your new home. If you’d like a partner to help navigate the complex process with you, ICF MEXICO is here for you at any stage of your project. We can introduce you to trained ICF architects, engineers and installers in some areas while supporting you with design and building resources. Contact us to get started on the path to your dream home.

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