Why Buy an
R-WALL Home?
So What are the advantages to the home?
Energy Efficiency = reduced running costs = money saving
ICF homes are highly energy efficient, creating Eco homes with reduced running costs. These homes offer healthier more comfortable living environments. In several studies, it has been shown that buildings with ICF exterior walls typically require 32% less energy to cool and 44% less energy to heat, than similar sized wood-framed homes! According to chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's September 2022 mini-budget, a typical household can expect to pay £2,500 in energy bills annually for the next two years. Based on these figures this means an ICF home would typically save you £1,100 in energy costs every year!
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This energy efficiency is maintained as the structure does not warp or move, materials do not degrade and they are naturally airtight - a home built to last!
Resistance to pests - keep out those pesky unwanted intruders!
The walls of these homes feature solid concrete walls and non-organic material. Therefore, they are highly resistant to infestations such as rodents etc. Infestations can be costly in repairs and damage and can affect the integrity of the home eg wood worm in timber. No such worries with R-WALL
Resistance to Moisture Intrusion - healthy living
Unlike other construction methods R-WALL materials are unaffected by water or moisture and therefore the builds performance and longevity remain unaffected. R-WALL also has zero cold-bridging. This prevents mildew and cold spots which create unhealthy living environments.
Resistance to Fire - feel safer in your home!
The concrete structure of the home provides for the highest possible fire rating. The concrete core which maintains its integrity during a fire, acts as a fire break, resisting its spread and makes access to emergency services safer.
Reduced maintenance!
With other construction methods, maintenance is usually considered a necessity, or an unavoidable cost. With ICF, very little to no maintenance is required to maintain the home. The structural stability of an ICF home means future problems are prevented and the home maintains its original condition naturally throughout its lifespan.
Homes with ICF Superstructures = Reduced Energy Bills, Stronger and Built to last!
R-WALL is a type of concrete construction known as ICF (Insulating Concrete Formwork).
Outer layers of non porous high strength XPS are bound together creating a thermal envelope around a monolithic concrete core, concrete thus forming the main structure of the home.
R-WALL creates super strong energy efficient homes which out perform other build techniques in almost all categories.
Advantages of Thermal Mass - your home acts like a radiator!
R-WALL benefits from the advantages of Thermal Mass. Thermal mass is defined as the ability of a building material to absorb, retain and store heat energy. Why is this important? Thermal mass creates more stable indoor temperatures, despite outside shifts in climate and improves energy efficiencies of homes, increasing cost savings and further contributing to a comfortable living environment.
High Sound proofing - tranquillity in your home, better quality living!
Hard day at work, just want peace and quiet? Noisy neighbours? Close to a road? High levels of sound proofing can make a building more liveable and create a better quality of life. According to a study into sound transmission tests, less than 1/3 of sound passes through an ICF wall compared to a timber frame.
Built sustainably - climate conscious and Low Carbon footprint
R-WALL has been built using 93% recycled plastics, the insulation awarded with a BREEM rating of A and a zero ozone depletion potential. R-WALL is 100% recyclable and sends zero waste to landfill. Did you know that the largest carbon footprint of any home, is the heating and lifetime running? Therefore, the super energy efficiency of the home combined with the UK production, and long lifespan makes for a low carbon footprint, helping to look after our environment.
Durability - a superstructure that's built to last!
Buying your dream home? Make sure you invest wisely! The superstructure is the main frame of your home and as such arguably the most important investment. Failure of the main structure would mean total loss to the value of your home. Failure of the main structure would mean total loss to the value of your home, therefore longevity is hugely important. Did you know that the concrete is up to 5 times stronger than standard blocks! And concrete gets harder with time. R-WALL homes have been given the maximum longevity expectation of any construction type - safeguarding your investment!
Storm Resistance
ICF's can withstand windspeeds over 200mph, and projectile debris travelling over 100mph! Reassurance your home will withstand the worst of mother nature!