10 Benefits of All Block Constructed Homes
1. Storm Protection - Able to withstand winds up to 250 mph for safety during hurricanes and tornadoes
2. Lower Homeowners Insurance - Homeowners insurance rates are typically 20%-30% lower with all block homes
3. Termite Resistant - Termites cause more damage to homes than hurricanes, floods, and fires annually, but can't tunnel through concrete block
4. Energy Efficient - Concrete has twice the R-value of wood resulting in lower power usage
5. Insulating Properties - High thermal mass properties maintain a comfortable temperature inside year-round and limits air leakage
6. Fire Safety - Concrete is heat and fire resistant with the ability to withstand up to 2,000 degrees for 4 hours without structural failure
7. Built to Last - Concrete block homes have proven to last longer than wood-frame homes
8. Noise Reduction - Concrete walls filter noise from outside and inside the home
9. Combats Mold & Mildew - Concrete reduces moisture, minimizes water penetration and doesn't provide a food source for mold
10. Sustainability - Carbon footprint is considerably lower with block homes than competing products
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