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The
Thermohouse building provides better value compared
to other buildings. Lower running costs and potentially
higher resale values will more than offset the possible
slightly higher construction costs within a few years.
The initial higher material costs are offset by reduced
labour costs, reduced overheads and downsizing of heating
equipment. The recurring costs are lower due to the
energy savings of in excess of 70% compared to traditional
buildings.
What is Thermohouse?
Thermohouse is a lightweight , insulating , permanent
concrete forming system usually referred to as Insulated
Concrete Formwork or ICF.
Is the Thermohouse system approved?
The Thermohouse system is probably unique in that it
has received both European Technical Approval (No. ETA-07/0018)
and Agrement Board Certification (08/310).
Can I build my home with Thermohouse?
With the Thermohouse you can build solid cast-in-situ
concrete walls for load-bearing and non-load-bearing
walls. You can also build concrete floors using the
Thermohouse flooring system and the highly insulated
roof with the Thermohouse roofing system.
Why should I build my home with Thermohouse?
Thermohouse elements create homes and buildings that
are more energy efficient, stronger, more sound resistant
, and more environmentally sustainable than any other
construction method.
Does a Thermohouse building cost more than other
building?
The Thermohouse building provides better value compared
to other buildings. Lower running costs and potentially
higher resale values will more than offset the possible
slightly higher construction costs within a few years.
The initial higher material costs are offset by reduced
labour costs, reduced overheads and downsizing of heating
equipment. The recurring costs are lower due to the
energy savings in excess of 70% compared to traditional
buildings.
Is Thermohouse training available?
Training in the erection of the Thermohouse system is
available through our technical staff. A certificate
is awarded to all who successfully complete of the course.
Are
Thermohouse elements easy to build?
Thermohouse elements vary in width from 300mm to 450mm
making them the widest available on the market and more
stable than other ICF forms. Thus the Thermohouse elements
are more stable to build and stronger, to better withstand
handling and the pressure of concrete.
How high can I build?
Multi storey structures can be built with the Thermohouse
system, one storey at a time. Each storey is stacked
up to 3 metres high and poured in 1 metre lifts in a
continuous pour.
What size are Thermohouse elements?
Please go to “Technical Details “ click on
“General “ and you will see our List of Elements.
Can I Build my basement with ICF ?
Yes
Thermohouse has a specific 350mm wide basement block
including a 200mm wide concrete core which meets engineering
requirements.
Is it necessary to waterproof my wall?
Like all buildings, waterproofing will be required below
ground floor level. This can be achieved by using a
waterproof admixture in the concrete or using an approved
brush applied membrane at damp proof course. In the
case of basements a waterproof membrane will be required.
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