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…In-One Insulated Concrete Walls ICF construction originated in Europe and features insulation on both the inside and outside of exterior concrete walls. It began to surge in popularity around 1990 as builders realized how many benefits and how few…

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Premier roof panels virtually "snap together" as the roof begins to take shape.

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…Expanded polystyrene deck forms are placed and reinforced with steel rebar before the concrete is poured. Improved building systems and components are constantly being introduced to increase the appeal of concrete-home construction. Stay-in-place…

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…are going to look for a builder who deals with modular homes," says Steve Snyder, executive director of the Modular Building Systems Association (MBSA). If they start with the house, homebuyers can scan manufacturers websites, look at model floorplans…

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…you cannot do with a modular home." So says Chad Harvey, the Assistant Director of Government Affairs with the Modular Building Systems Association. Harvey, who splits his time between apprising Association members of any new industry regulations and seeking…

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…overgrown branches back from the house and electrical wires to prevent iced-over or wind-swept…
…shapes and prolong their lifespans. Wrap outside faucets with covers to prevent water…
…switch plates on exterior walls to reduce outside airflow. Learn more about home sealing…

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…the air pressure. Then, the higher outside air pressure flows in through all unsealed…
…opening around plumbing vent pipes and electrical wires. Be sure to wear gloves and not get…
…the top of the wall is above ground, outside air can be drawn in through cracks and…

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