The Build With ICF Podcast

Build With ICF Podcast Episode 71 - R Value of ICF? with Dave Phelps

Hosts Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown welcome ICF expert Dave Phelps of ICF Homes, back to discuss the World Insulated Concrete Form Association launch and real‑world building performance. They debunk R‑value myths and explain how thermal mass, continuous insulation, and design choices impact a home’s energy use and resilience. Topics include R‑value testing limits, HERS and blower‑door metrics, ERVs, radiant slabs and basements, window placement and passive design, and how ICFs can lower operational costs and improve survivability during outages. You can get hold of Dave with any questions via email Dave@ICFHomesofVA [Dave@ICFHomesof] Or on IG  @ICF_Homes [https://www.instagram.com/icf_homes?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] or on YouTube ICF Homes Virginia [http://www.youtube.com/@icfhomesofvirginiallc1248] And as always you can reach us on Socials @BuildWithICF and email Info@BuildWithICF.com [Info@BuildWithICF.com]

Build With ICF Podcast Episode 70 - Carbon Custom Builders - Sam Fertik

ICF experts Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown welcome a special guest explore why insulated concrete forms are changing luxury homebuilding. Sam Fertik of Carbon Custom Builders shares his journey from chef to custom builder and explains how ICF delivers better air, water, noise control and lasting durability. The episode covers design, client experience, industry innovation, and the new World Insulated Concrete Form Association (WICFA). Follow Sam and Carbon Custom Builders on there socials @CarbonCustomBuilders [https://www.instagram.com/carboncustombuilders/?hl=en] Or on the World Wide Interwebs CarbonCustomBuilders.com [https://www.carboncustombuilders.com/] Or Email Sam@CarbonCustomBuilders.com [Sam@CarbonCustomBuilders.com] As always, you can reach us @BuildWithICF on socials and Info@BuildWithICF.com [Info@BuildWithICF.com] JOIN WICFA NOW...... WWW.WICFA.ORG [WWW.WICFA.ORG]

Build With ICF Episode 69 How to Join WICFA

In this episode Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown introduce the official launch of The World Insulated Concrete Form Association (WICFA), explain membership options (manufacturers, industry pros, DIYers), and walk listeners through signup, app access, and Founders Club perks. They also outline community features — a monitored code of conduct, a marketplace and job board, events and training, and the Stack Club referral rewards — and invite listeners to join, participate, and help grow the ICF industry. JOIN NOW https://members.wicfa.com/member-application [https://members.wicfa.com/member-application]  Any Questions?? Info@BuildWithICF.com [Info@BuildWithICF.com]

Build With ICF Podcast Episode 68 Becoming an ICF Installer

Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown discuss the launch of WICFA and practical steps to become an ICF installer—from online learning and hands‑on training to on‑site experience, certifications, and building relationships with manufacturers. They cover low startup costs, crew-sizing strategies, marketing tips, and industry opportunities, and invite listeners to join the WICFA waitlist and contact BuildWithICF for training and support. Any Questions shoot us an email at Info@BuildWithICF.com [Info@BuildWithICF.com] or hit us up on Socials @BuildWithICF And don't forget to get on the WICFA Waitlist www.wicfa.org [http://www.wicfa.org]

Build With ICF Podcast Episode 67 - Dave Phelps on Building High-Performance Homes

Two experts in ICF, decades of experience, one podcast: hosts Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown sit down with Dave Phelps of ICF Homes of Virginia. They cover Dave’s journey from physics to custom ICF homes, how content and social media grew his business, DIY and reduced-scope options, the massive ‘castle’ project, thermal mass performance and HVAC sizing, industry advocacy, and the launch of WICFA. Practical insights for builders, DIYers, and anyone curious about insulated concrete form construction. Dave also talks about a really cool program he participates in called 1-4-1 Project that supports those in need of shelter around the world by building one home for a family in need for every one home we build here in the US. Here is the link to learn more The 1-4-1 Project [https://the141.org/] And you can get hold of Dave with any questions via email Dave@ICFHomesofVA [Dave@ICFHomesof] Or on IG  @ICF_Homes [https://www.instagram.com/icf_homes?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] or on YouTube ICF Homes Virginia [http://www.youtube.com/@icfhomesofvirginiallc1248] And as alway you can reach us on Socials @BuildWithICF and email Info@BuildWithICF.com [Info@BuildWithICF.com]