Expert Review of your ICF plans
We believe that ICFs are one of the single greatest building products available. Because of our vast experience with them, we also understand the challenges that can happen during design.
With this in mind, we created ICF Plan Review as a service for Homeowners, Contractors, Architects & Designers. Our 50 point checklist will look at ICF Codes, Consistency, Continuity & Best Practices.
We will review your ICF home or small commercial building plans for
efficiency and affordability.
WHY REVIEW MY PLANS
Architects, Designers & Drafting Services are usually very good at what they do. However, sometimes they don’t fully understand the intricate details of the products they specify. With over 30 ICF brands available in the U.S. - each one is unique in size, shape or characteristics. ICFs are NOT "One Size Fits All".
After designing or consulting on hundreds of ICF structures, we have the experience to understand the characteristics of each system. We will review your plans and provide insight for you or your design professional to make your design better, more efficient, less waste - and most importantly, cost-effective.
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A recent plan review for a home in Houston, TX - we were able to save over $30,000 due to excessive design specifications.
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A custom home design in Arizona had plans that provided mismatched ICF detailing and sizing. this would have caused confusion & delays during construction with the ICF installer & inspectors.
WE HELP SOLVE CHALLENGES
BEFORE THEY BECOME PROBLEMS!
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ABOUT US
Robert Klob is an award-winning custom home designer and has been an integral part of the ICF industry since 2005. During this time, he has designed or consulted on nearly 400 ICF structures, featured in numerous trade magazines & conference speaker. His designs can be found in 24 states & 13 countries. In addition, Robert was on the development committee for the PCA-100, Above Ground Concrete Wall Code - this is the ICF building code followed by nearly all municipalities. He was a founder of the ICF Builder Group, the premier ICF industry trade organization and a professional member of the American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD).
WE REVIEW YOUR PLANS FOR :
ICF Brand Specification
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Brand Specifics can affect the size & locations of, walls, finishes, and fixtures.
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Local Code compliance
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Coordination
ICF Brand Selection
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Local Distribution or Availability?
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Shipping & Logistics?
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Local Installation?
ICF Brand Continuity
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Is the ICF brand correctly designated throughout the plans & details?
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Specification Notes
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ICF Code References
ICF Best Practices
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Wall Lengths?
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Core Thickness?
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Utility Locations?
ICF Waste
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Non-Modular Design
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Over/Excessive Design
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Improper Use or Locations
ICF Affordability
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Proper Design Integration
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Proper Plumbing & Mechanical Design
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Review System, Installer & Location
ICF Code Compliance
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Proper Code Designations on Plans
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Proper Testing Designations on Plans
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Prescriptive or Engineered Design
PLUS 30 MORE ITEMS!......