The DIY ICF process

To begin with, I wanted to provide my family with what I believe is one of the most energy efficent homes I could. I have researched for over 2 years and ICF rose to the top.  I initially planned on having the ICF portion contracted out but after crunching all the numbers I really had no options.  I studied and read and even visited multiple job sites of residential ICF construction. I learned where I could make improvements and where to avoid mistakes. My crew is made of family and friends.  We do have multiple skilled trades in the group however none of us have built with ICF before.  We have built houses but nothing like this. I'm new at this blogging so forgive me if its not up to par with other blogs but I thought I could share my expierence. I designed the house simple for ease of construction and also for easy living. It's a basic ranch approximately 2000 sq ft with a full basement underneath. Open floorplan with a 3 car side load garage. The exterior will be brick as I was able to brick the house cheaper than stucco....(still don't understand that). We started September 12, 2013 and I will do this project completely myself and my crew. I'm way behind in starting the blog so ill try catch up.  Only items to be contracted out will be then concrete slabs as I only do a broom finish and that won't work in the basement.  Lol

I plan on doing everything I possibly can to make the home energy efficient and show what can be done with the help of great family and great friends. It's a great deal of work but a very gratifying.   Feel free to ask any questions.