STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Driving around Staten Island, I began to notice a few concrete-block-like homes. I thought it was probably a smart way to build sustainable, long-lasting homes. But after ...
My concrete-block home recently passed its annual termite inspection. My friend, however, wasn’t so lucky. He’ll be visiting for a few days while his wood-frame home is tented — to the tune of about ...
Homeowners thinking outside of the traditional wood-framed residential box are pouring on the creativity when building houses with precast concrete walls. Not only used in below-grade applications, ...
After their more typical wood-framed homes burned, some are now rebuilding with non-combustible materials. And they’re ...
What is the most popular concrete block home design in Florida? The coastal-inspired look or perhaps the classic Mediterranean? Block Strong wants to know and is letting the public decide during ...
Q: I live in a house with a concrete block foundation. I think the outside of the block has decorative stucco on it because the exterior of the block isn’t smooth. Some of the exterior is crumbling, ...
Industry Leaders Call For Unified and Stronger Building Codes After Ian Concrete proven more durable and resilient than alternative building materials ORLANDO, FL, April 7, 2023 — Hurricane Ian, which ...
The 4 Corners Carbon Coalition (4CCC) is fundraising to donate low-carbon concrete blocks for use in Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona’s next 50 Flagstaff starter homes. In April, Flagstaff ...
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