ICF House
Characteristics:

► Have high thermal mass properties,
walls are not affected by temperature
or humidity changes

►Have wind rating in excess of 150mph (this is
vary important during thunderstorms and tornados)

► There are no insulation voids because there
are not internal studs to create voids

►Soundproof, you'll never hear a car or dog barking

► ICF walls are vapor resistant, this is very important
in NC as we have high humidity in the summer

►ICF walls do not decay or provide food value for termites

► ICF walls are 70% more efficient then stick frame house,
the HVAC equipment is much smaller and less expensive

Stick Frame House
Characteristics:

► Are not thermal mass walls

► Are not rated as hurricane resistant

►Have voids in insulation at studs, jacks, headers, corners,
t-walls, band board, sills and plates

► Do not have low sound transmission rating

► Are not moisture and vapor resistant

► Will decay from water damage

► Is food for termites and other insects

► Will require larger HVAC systems, more cost to install and to replace