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title: "Features and benefits"
url: https://formtechsys.com/fabchart/
description: "Features and benefits matrix for ICF construction, grouped as energy, health, structural, comfort, constructability and permanence."
published: 2026-08-17
updated: 2026-08-17
---

# Features and benefits

Published 2026-08-17

[Formtech](https://formtechsys.com/) › [ICF information](https://formtechsys.com/faqs/) › Features and benefits

What insulated concrete form construction offers that typical construction methods lack, grouped by the aspect of the building it affects.

- High performance R-values
- No air infiltration
- Permanent performance with no downgrading over time
- Shifts thermal loading from peak periods
- Lower cost to heat and cool

- No air infiltration means less dust and allergens
- No cavity walls for mold, mildew, bugs or rodents
- Non-toxic materials
- No off-gassing of materials

- High wind resistance
- Fire-rated assembly
- Strength is permanent
- Will not rot or decay
- The concrete is resistant to termites
- Impact resistant
- No maintenance requirements

- High sound attenuation
- Enhances steady temperatures
- Peace of mind during inclement weather events
- Low maintenance structure

- Design versatility
- Energy efficient
- Structurally capable
- Fire rated
- Sound deadening
- Quick, depending on installer
- Conducive to exterior insulation finish systems

## Permanence

- Fully code accepted cast-in-place concrete walls
- Time tested and proven

ICF construction offers features and benefits for every type of structure.