Fight back against the devastating effects of earhquakes, fires, tornadoes and hurricanes. Building with Quad-Lock ICF & reinforced
concrete is the best way to protect your loved ones and belongings. Other benefits include reduced energy &
maintenance costs and lower insurance premiums.
Reinforced Concrete Building Shells provide:
Fire Resistance - up to 4 hours fire rating
Storm Resistance - ICF buildings can be designed to stand up to hurricanes and most tornadoes
Impact Resistance - ICF walls and roofs can withstand the impact of most flying debris from extreme winds with little or no structural damage. Even a flying car was stopped by Quad-Lock walls, with zero structural damage!
Seismic Resistance - the steel reinforcement and concrete can be designed to minimize the risk of building collapse due to earthquakes
Fire Resistant
This eco-luxury Quad-Lock ICF home in Colorado has a 4-hour fire rating to keep the homeowners safe from wildfires.
Storm Resistant
This elementary school in W. Liberty, Kentucky was rebuilt with Quad-Lock ICF after it was destroyed by a tornado.
Impact Resistant
This home in AL is “Fortified for
Safer Living” by the IBHS and saves the
homeowners significantly on insurance
Build Smarter - Walls, Floors, Roofs and Safe Rooms
Watch how building better including reinforced concrete and insulated concrete forms ICF blocks, can make a difference against the devestation of extreme elements of nature. Video courtesy of the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety
More Benefits of Building with Concrete & Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF Blocks)
Better Safety
Super Strong – Reinforced concrete homes can
be designed to withstand many hurricane/tornado
force winds and associated flying debris, keeping
your family secure.
Fire Resistant – Quad-Lock walls have a fire rating
of up to 4 hours compared to only 1 hour for
wood walls.
Better Investment
Ultra Energy Efficient – The Quad-Lock Insulated Concrete Form ICF system
can reduce heating & cooling costs by up to 80%
compared with wood construction.
Durable – concrete structures can last for 100s of
years versus decades, with lower maintenance costs.
Smart – Insurance premiums and HVAC costs can
be lower for Quad-Lock homes and re-sale values
are typically higher.
Better Health and Comfort
Improved Indoor Air Quality – Quad-Lock ICF walls will not promote rot, mold or mildew. Reduced
air infiltration allows better conditioning & allergen
filtering of indoor air.
Comfortable – consistent inside temperatures
without cold spots or drafts.
Peace & Quiet – with a 50% reduction in noise transfer compared to wood.
