{"id":17,"date":"2015-11-19T02:32:32","date_gmt":"2015-11-19T02:32:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dalehicksandassociates.com\/dhaa\/?page_id=17"},"modified":"2021-02-04T22:55:11","modified_gmt":"2021-02-04T22:55:11","slug":"icf-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dalehicksandassociates.com\/dhaa\/icf-us\/","title":{"rendered":"ICF & Us"},"content":{"rendered":"
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We know ICF.<\/h2>\n

After decades of building, we now specialize in Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction, building structures exceeding expectations. Traditional construction cannot match the strength, durability and energy efficiency of ICF built structures. We aim to build homes supplying pride and pleasure to owner and builder.<\/p>\n

What is ICF?<\/h2>\n

ICF represents the strongest, most durable and energy efficient basic building\u00a0block available today.\u00a0 It stands for Insulated Concrete Form and is composed of\u00a0two layers of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam connected by either steel or\u00a0polypropylene ties.\u00a0 The blocks are shaped, stacked, steel reinforced, braced,\u00a0and then poured with an ICF concrete mix.\u00a0 The foam and ties stay in place to\u00a0provide permanent insulation and connection points for the interior and exterior\u00a0finishes of your choice.<\/p>\n

ICF construction provides unmatched thermal\u00a0efficiency, storm security, earthquake resistance, comfort, and architectural\u00a0design.<\/p>\n

Nationwide, the cost of ICF construction is estimated at 4-10%\u00a0more than typical 2x4 stick frame construction.\u00a0 However, we believe that number\u00a0to be excessive and completely negligible by incorporating smarter design
features.\u00a0 Should an increase in mortgage payment occur, that amount is offset\u00a0by the utility savings, primarily heating and cooling.\u00a0 According to a Portland\u00a0Cement Association study of 58 homes across Canada and the U.S. (half ICF and\u00a0half conventionally framed) ICF homes consumed 44% less energy to heat the homes
and 32% less energy to cool the homes.\u00a0 Assuming a $250 per month average\u00a0utility cost, an ICF home conservatively saves $95 per month.\u00a0 Applied to a 30\u00a0year loan at 5%, that gives roughly $17,700 in additional buying power, or\u00a0nearly 9% of the cost of a $200,000 home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Len Loves His ICF Home<\/h3>\n
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  1. Len loves the quality of his ICF home built by Dale Hicks and Associates.<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Len loves the energy efficiency and comfort of his ICF home built by Dale Hicks and Associates.<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Compare costs and safety of traditional homes vs. ICF homes built by Dale Hicks and Associates.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

    Fire Suppression Article with Dale<\/h3>\n
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    When the Kansas City Star could not find a local developer placing fire suppression in every home of a community, they sought out Dale Hicks across the state for input.<\/h6>\n

    A baby died in a fire, but requiring sprinklers that might have saved her is banned<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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    By Mike Hendricks<\/span><\/p>\n

    mhendricks@kcstar.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    April 02, 2017 02:58 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

    Updated April 03, 2017 09:51 AM<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    The Star could find no local Kansas City developer touting a neighborhood with sprinklers in every home.But there is one being built in the St. Louis area.Once a sprinkler skeptic, Eureka, Mo., developer Dale Hicks<\/a> is marketing lots in a \u201cvilla community\u201d where 18 to 20 homes, starting at $250,000, will be fitted with a sprinkler system whether the buyer wants one or not.\u201cI was opposed to this, and just thought this was another cost driver in the construction industry,\u201d Hicks said. Besides, the houses he builds are made of concrete and unlikely to burn.But Hicks changed his mind after the Eureka fire marshal explained how it\u2019s not the house but the burning contents that often kill people.\u201cWe have so many petrochemicals in our houses,\u201d Hicks said. \u201cWhat they call flashover can occur in just a couple of minutes, and you cannot escape it. So the light bulb went on for me.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

    Read more here: http:\/\/www.newsobserver.com\/news\/nation-world\/national\/article142270249.html#storylink=cpy<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    ***Greater\u00a0Comfort and much Lower Energy Bills
    ***Peace and\u00a0Quiet
    ***Solid and Lasting\u00a0Security
    ***Less Repairs and\u00a0Maintenance
    ***Healthier Home and\u00a0Environment
    ***Virtually Limitless Design\u00a0Options
    ***Internationally Proven and Code\u00a0Accepted
    ***Cost Competitive with on-site framed construction<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    ***Hydronic Radiant In-Floor Heat<\/span>
    ***Decorative Concrete
    ***Steel Roofing
    ***Spray Urethane Foam Insulation
    ***Steel Floor Framing
    ***Suspended Concrete Slabs
    ***Exterior Insulation Finish System (EIFS)
    ***Geo-Thermal Heating and Cooling<\/span>
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