How White Block Companies Stack Up To The Perfect Block ICCF
Sustainability
The Perfect Block ICCF ( “gray block”) is made of mixture of ground-up, 100% recycled expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam and cement, which are eco-friendly materials that have a high thermal insulation value. White Block Companies use virgin EPS blown into forms with ABS plastic webs to create high thermal insulation blocks with little or no recycled material. The virgin EPS has vulnerabilities to moderate heat and open flame that gray block does not.
Durability
The Perfect Block ICCF is known for its durability and longevity. It can withstand natural disasters like hurricanes, earthquakes, and wildfires. The Perfect Block ICCF is also resistant to termites, rodents, and mold and can be stored exposed for years without degregation. On the other hand, White Block ICCF exposed to sunlight without exterior cladding for a short time can degrade quickly which can weaken the structural integrity of the form before filling with concrete and make cladding with stucco difficult.
Energy Efficiency
The Perfect Block ICCF has a high R-value, which means it has excellent insulation properties that reduce energy consumption. Concrete consumption is reduced with the column and bond beam design. The Perfect Block ICCF also maintains a stable temperature inside the building, which can decrease the need for heating and cooling systems. White Block ICF blocks have a lower R-value and consume much more concrete fill, which can result in higher costs and additional construction costs.
Cost-Effectiveness
The Perfect Block ICCF is cost-effective in the long run because it requires less energy to produce, uses recycled materials, lower maintenance costs, and reduces energy consumption. It also reduces construction time and labor costs due to its lightweight and easy-to-install properties and the significantly less need for extensive wall bracing. White Block ICF blocks are comparably priced with gray block ICCF, but require additional expenses for wall bracing and scaffolding, increased concrete consumption, and continued maintenance.
ICCF is a sustainable, durable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective alternative to white block ICF. Eco Building Systems believes in the importance of building sustainable communities for the present and the future. We encourage homeowners, builders, and developers to choose The Perfect Block ICCF for their next construction project. Contact us today to learn more about The Perfect Block ICCF and other sustainable building materials that could help you save money and future headaches.
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