What is an insulated concrete form (ICF)?

An insulated concrete form (ICF) is a stay-in-place formwork system made of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam filled with reinforced concrete. ICF walls provide superior insulation, soundproofing, and structural strength compared to traditional wood-frame construction.

How do I find an ICF contractor near me?

ICF Near Me maintains a vetted network of ICF contractors across the United States. Use our contractor finder to search by city or state, or call us for a free project planning consultation.

Can I rent ICF bracing through ICF Near Me?

Yes. ICF Near Me offers ICF bracing rental, including Plumwall and other systems, available for delivery to your project site nationwide.

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This page covers structural hardware and coatings for ICF walls, including ledger connectors, joist hangers, buck bracing systems, and cementitious stucco for above‑grade ICF assemblies.

Burmon Building Products ICF joist hanger bracket applied to Stronghold ICF wall on Gulf Breeze, FL job site.

Finished product photo of Burmon truss hanger on new construction of Stronghold ICF home in Boston, Massachusetts

Simpson Strong Tie ICF Ledger Connector System - ICFVL^®

Simpson strong-tie ICFVL® Ledger Connector product photo shoot in Gulf Breeze, FL

Product photo of the ICFVL8, the 8-inch Simpson strong-tie joist framing connector taken during photo shoot in Gulf Breeze, FL

Position bottom of the ledger level to the chalk line and against the ICFVL
Attach with four #14 x 3/4", #3 drill-point screws (not provided)
All screws should be located at least 1/2" from the edge of the ICFVL
Space screws evenly

For use with a minimum 4" thick core
Snap a chalk line for the bottom of the ledger
Mark required on-center spacing
Use ICFVL (or 3D installation template) to mark kerfs locations
Cut kerfs as marked
Insert ICFVL flush to the face of the ICF
Pour concrete

Burmon ICF Wood Ledger Connectors

Galvanized steel Burmon wood ledger connector ICFWL product photo taken during photoshoot in Gulf Breeze, FL

FBC Code Compliant updated with latest changes to the 2018 International Building Code (IBC)
Designed and engineered to resist winds up to 250 mph
No hand nailing required
Hurricane Anchor fixed into place over ICF and CMU wall
Significant cost savings to the total house build
Anchors hold trusses in position making bracing easier and safer

"When we first started...we were just cutting holes in the wall and putting double-ended J-bolts on them... it was just so time-consuming"

- Trevor Brown, Build with ICF Podcast

Burmon ICF Joist Hanger

Heavy-duty ICF joist hanger by Burmon Building Products for residential construction project in Warwick, RI

1.5" - 3.5" Brackets
Double threaded cylinder bolt assembly
No wood ledger required
What's Included in the shipment: Joist Hangers, spade drill bit, Bolts and Washers
Fits tightly in ICF Wall During Concrete Pour

"I've always designed things around... what it's like for the installer and how much easier can I make it for that person to do it."

- Michael, Founder of Burmon Building Products

Burmon ICF Buck Brace

Burmon Building Products ICF buck brace stabilizing door opening during concrete pour on job site in Plano, TX

Faster and more convenient than cutting lumber on the job
Adjustable to suit most widths of 6 and 8 inch ICF blocks
Engineered for horizontal bracing
Cost effective
Less waste, more efficient
Made from 18 Gauge Galvanized Steel

"Reducing Blocked Openings on the Jobsite"

"Finally, contractors and tradesmen can move around the jobsite without being trapped in by bracing lumber"

- Burmon Building Products

Man Applying Hulk Cementitious Stucco to Wall on Santa Fe, NM job site

Hulk Systems ICF Cementitious Stucco

Hulk Cementitious Stucco - Brown on job site in Phoenix, AZ

Product photo of white colored Hulk Cementitious Stucco taken during photoshoot in Beaver, UT

Easy to use and super strong
Prevents damage from Hail, Woodpeckers, termites and rodents.
3 Coat damage control:
-Apply First Coat
-Embed the SRT Fiberglass Textile
-Apply Final Coat
Type A fire coating with Fiberglass Inlet
-Fire Resistance of 1,112 °F
Waterproof
4x as strong as the leading systems at 1/4 of the thickness and weight

" the switch to Hulk was easy.. my contractors are no longer breathing hazardous fumes and requiring hazmat suits on the job. "

Hulk Systems Above Ground ICF Stucco System

Residential ICF home using Hulk Systems Above Ground Stucco System on job site in Montrose, CO

This coating can be custom tinted
Texture sprayer or hopper produces an excellent stucco-like finish

"Eco-Friendly, High-Performance, Cost-Effective"

- Malcom, Sideland Developments Limited

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✔ Source accessories & bracing
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