Originally posted in Bison Tracks Go Green There’s some debate about whether ICF construction should be considered a “green” way to build, as ICF blocks are made of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), which is initially made from fossil fuels and is not biodegradable. Regardless of whether or not ICF construction is “green enough,” it is still […]

As builders of ICF homes, we at ORC will always be one of the first to praise the benefits of concrete as a primary building material. It’s superior in many ways when compared to its more mainstream counterparts, from its resilience against natural disasters and pests, to its impressive lifespan of 30-100 years. Its highly […]

First Published in Bison Tracks v.1 Consider the possibility of heating your home and your floor while you design your new dream home. Radiant heating is our favorite heating system here at Open Range, not only because it pairs well with the insulative properties of ICF, but because a radiant heated floor means there’s little […]

We’re looking forward to another great year and we are optimistic that the construction industry will see more new homes and businesses using ICFs. For High Performance Structures, we continue to assist do-it-yourself home builders with their ICF foundations. Our project in Canon City has used our expertise in radiant heating and LiteDeck flooring systems.   […]