Basements & Crawl Spaces

ICF for Basements & Crawl Spaces

Nudura Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are perfect for constructing basements and crawl spaces due to their durability, moisture resistance and energy efficiency. They protect against water intrusion, reduce the risk of mold and maintain consistent interior temperatures, which together lower maintenance and utility costs.

Basement and Crawlspace Projects

See how these projects took advantage of ICFs for their basements and crawl spaces.

Habitat for Humanity Build – Connecticut

For ease of installation and durability, Habitat for Humanity chose to build this entire house with Insulated Concrete Forms.

Murdock Residence

This 10,784 sq. ft. home in Alabama features a safe room in the basement and garage both constructed using ICF.

Basement & Crawlspace Construction

The Advantages of Nudura ICF

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ICF

Wood

Construction Speed

                            Forms are easily assembled and contain 6 building steps in 1. Can proceed in various weather conditions.

                        

Involves more steps like cutting, framing, and additional insulation, which can slow down the building process.

Disaster Resiliency

Highly resistant to floods, fires, hurricanes and earthquakes.

Prone to fire, termites and water damage. Not resilient against hurricanes, floods and earthquakes.

Structural Strength

Reinforced concrete core provides exceptional strength and durability.

At risk of deterioration from pests and moisture.

Thermal Efficiency

High R-values providing superb insulation and energy savings.

Leads to thermal bridging and gaps in insulation.

ICF

CMU

Construction Speed

                            Forms are easily assembled and contain 6 building steps in 1. Can proceed in various weather conditions.

                        

Labor-intensive process of stacking heavy blocks and additional reinforcements and insulated increases overall build time.

Disaster Resiliency

Highly resistant to floods, fires, hurricanes and earthquakes.

Resilient to fire and can withstand severe weather conditions but vulnerable to seismic movements without proper reinforcement.

Structural Strength

Reinforced concrete core provides exceptional strength and durability.

Strong and durable when properly reinforced.

Thermal Efficiency

High R-values providing superb insulation and energy savings.

Needs to be enhanced with added insulation systems.

ICF

Tilt-up

Construction Speed

                            Forms are easily assembled and contain 6 building steps in 1. Can proceed in various weather conditions.

                        

Precast panels enable quick on-site assembly, but weather can cause delays. Insulating panels adds extra steps and slows the process.

Disaster Resiliency

Highly resistant to floods, fires, hurricanes and earthquakes.

Robust concrete panels make it fire, flood, and wind resistant. Additional design is needed for earthquake resilience.

Structural Strength

Reinforced concrete core provides exceptional strength and durability.

Thick concrete panels provide significant strength.

Thermal Efficiency

High R-values providing superb insulation and energy savings.

Generally, requires additional insulation measures.

ICF

Steel

Construction Speed

                            Forms are easily assembled and contain 6 building steps in 1. Can proceed in various weather conditions.

                        

Prefabrication speeds up construction but may need specialized labor. Complex insulation for modern energy codes can extend construction time.

Disaster Resiliency

Highly resistant to floods, fires, hurricanes and earthquakes.

Resistant to earthquakes and strong winds and loses strength when exposed to high temperatures.

Structural Strength

Reinforced concrete core provides exceptional strength and durability.

High strength-to-weight ratio.

Thermal Efficiency

High R-values providing superb insulation and energy savings.

Conducts heat, requiring significant insulation to improve.

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Basements & Crawl Spaces

ICF for Basements & Crawl Spaces

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Zarillo House

Basement and Crawlspace Projects

See how these projects took advantage of ICFs for their basements and crawl spaces.

Habitat for Humanity Build – Connecticut

Murdock Residence

Basement & Crawlspace Construction

The Advantages of Nudura ICF

ICF

Wood

ICF

CMU

ICF

Tilt-up

ICF

Steel

What Our Clients Are Saying

“We decided to go with ICF because it’s vermin proof, it gave us a super energy efficient house and the house is rated for high wind speeds.”

ICF Training

ICF 101

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Basements & Crawl Spaces

ICF for Basements & Crawl Spaces

Featured Project

Zarillo House

Basement and Crawlspace Projects

See how these projects took advantage of ICFs for their basements and crawl spaces.

Habitat for Humanity Build – Connecticut

Murdock Residence

Basement & Crawlspace Construction

The Advantages of Nudura ICF

ICF

Wood

ICF

CMU

ICF

Tilt-up

ICF

Steel

What Our Clients Are Saying

“We decided to go with ICF because it’s vermin proof, it gave us a super energy efficient house and the house is rated for high wind speeds.”

ICF Training

ICF 101

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