Question: Will it lead to future issues if the building work isn’t completed to a high enough standard? Answer: On any build, you want to make sure that the product fits its purpose and is the best choice for your…
What does this mean for you? Last year, Part L building regulations changed to introduce an interim uplift. The new measures require any new and existing buildings to deliver a higher standard of energy performance and a reduction in carbon…
Every home should feel like a castle. That place of refuge where you can shut the door and feel safe. But, just how safe are the materials your home is built with?
Self-builders are renowned for bringing individuality and vision to their dream property, but some materials can put limits on the imagination. Christopher Stride, Chairman at the Insulating Concrete Formwork Association, explains why you should consider Insulated Concrete Formwork.
Christopher Stride, Chairman at the Insulating Concrete Formwork Association looks at how building with ICFs reduces risks for underwriters, insurers and mortgage brokers. The construction industry is facing a call to create new houses more quickly and with better sustainability…
When designing and constructing buildings, specifiers are faced with many challenges and keeping your project profitable is key to your business. Christopher Stride, Chair at ICFA explains how a solid wall construction like Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) can provide significant…
The National Custom and Self Build Association (NaCSBA) is running its 2022 Survey ofSelf-Build Homes Built in the Last Five Years. As a leading voice in the custom and self-build housing sector, the NaCSBA works with government with the aim…
After 17 years of planning, five architects and numerous designs iterations, Nudura’s Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) has finally been able to deliver this unique self-build home in Plymouth. Overlooking the coastal views of Plymouth Sound this stunning 4-bedroom home fulfils…
ICFA members have swept the board in this year’s Build It Awards! All the shortlisted projects announced in the Best ICF Category have been supplied by our own members demonstrating their commitment to high quality products and service. The nominated…
“The UK has set in law a target to bring all its greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050 – one of the most ambitious targets in the world. Homes – both new and existing – account for 20%…