Insulating concrete forms construction : Demand, evaluation & technical practice

Ever year, thousands of general contractors and subcontractors must grapple with whether to bid Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) projects, how much to charge for them, and how to manage the job. ICFs are stronger, energy-efficient, and offer great design flexibility, and their use is growing by 30% a year. This invaluable work walks the contractor through both business and technical considerations in evaluating and adopting Insulating Concrete Forms for both the residential and commercial markets.

PREFACE AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS INTRODUCTION Chapter 1: Advantages of ICF Buildings Chapter 2: Benefits to the Contractor Chapter 3: Market Demand Chapter 4: ICF Products Chapter 5: Concrete and Steel Chapter 6: The Construction Process Chapter 7: Choosing Suppliers Chapter 8: Training Chapter 9: Getting a Good ICF Crew Chapter 10: Other Subcontractors Chapter 11: Estimating Chapter 12: Special Construction Awards Programs Chapter 13: Working with Building Officials, Engineers, and Architects Chapter 14: Marketing Chapter 15: Tips from the Pros Chapter 16: The Future of ICF Construction INDEX