Frequently asked questions

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Yes, the wall thickness is greater with ICF and must be accounted for on the plans. Plans will also need to show ICF details for permitting purposes.

Not at all. We are happy to meet with any architects and answer any questions they may have. We have the CAD details for ICF to upload into their drawing software program.

Casita is the Spanish word for a small house. It has also been referred to as a tiny home, accessory dwelling unit (ADU), backyard cottage, guest house, detached home addition or mother-in-law suite.

A Casita can be used for multiple purposes.

  • Guest House
  • Home Office
  • Home Gym
  • Pool House
  • Hobby Space
  • Workshop
  • Parent or Grandparent Suite

The average size of a casita in Arizona is 650 square feet. It can be smaller or larger depending on the state and municipality approval for your location.

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Absolutely! In fact, that was its original application in Canada in 1967. There is a waterproofing step that is needed prior to backfill. It works perfectly for walk-out basements where one wall doubles as a retaining wall.

One of the more popular uses is for stem walls. We’ve done this in both residential and commercial applications. Other ICF uses are retaining walls, swimming pools, safe rooms, shooting ranges and concrete roofs.

That question we can’t answer. With its energy-efficiency, sound proofing, security, durability and green building benefits, we can’t imagine why everyone isn’t doing this.

Our ICF block is manufactured right here in Phoenix and is always in stock making order fulfillment very easy.

Not at all. We’ve can build anything from radius walls to contemporary to Santa Fe styles.

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