Quad-Lock compared to other Building Materials

Quad-Lock ICF vs Wood Frame Construction

A Quad-Lock building is:

Much more Resistant to natural disasters, rot, mold, and pests because the solid reinforced concrete is up to 8 times stronger, inorganic, and nearly impenetrable (even for car crashes).
Ultra Energy-Efficient because of continuous EPS Insulation (higher & uniform R-value), greatly reduced air infiltration, and the "thermal mass effect" of concrete. See ICF energy-efficiency vs wood-frame.
Much more Comfortable and Healthy because of very even inside temperatures (no cold or drafty spots), far better sound attenuation, and low risk of mold growth and allergen infiltration.

Quad-Lock ICF vs other Insulating Concrete Forms

Quad-Lock has the strongest corners because of ingenious and unique metal brackets.
Quad-Lock is highly versatile using only standard parts. Quad-Lock can easily be shaped to form all the design elements of modern buildings - openings, arches, corners, any angles, and real curves with almost any radius.
Quad-Lock has the highest available insulation. Using combinations of Quad-Lock Panels and Quad-Lock Plus Panels three different Insulation Values are possible, giving you the choice of true R-Values of 22, 30, and 38 (h*ft²*°F/BTU).
Quad-Lock costs less to ship and store compared to leading block systems because it is a flat panel & tie system. Up to 100% more wall area can be shipped per truckload. With Quad-Lock, you're not shipping air!
Quad-Lock creates much less waste compared to block systems. With Quad-Lock most parts that needed to be cut can be reused in the same project. See Reduce, Reuse & Recycle Tips (pdf).
Quad-Lock is an ISO 9001:2000 certified company. This ensures product quality and Quad-Lock backs it up with a limited product warranty.
Quad-Lock offers great technical and instructional support and material. Your local dealer is equipped to answer your questions, prepare detailed estimates, and assist at the jobsite. Local Quad-Lock Field Representatives are also ready to assist with quantity pricing, job site training, product seminars and dealer training. Our Installation Video, Product Manual, and other informative technical and promotional literature tells you exactly how to build with Quad-Lock. Read more about Value & Service
Quad-Lock produces a flat, solid concrete wall providing a constant thickness of concrete throughout the wall (no thin/thick sections like grid or post-and-beam systems).
Quad-Lock is variable width. Choose from a 4", 6", 8", 10" and 12" thick concrete wall (easily make thicker walls using our Extender Tie).
Quad-Lock is Code approved. See approvals & tests.

Quad-Lock provides a better surface for stucco application. Quad-Lock creates an all-foam surface compared to some ICF systems where the surface consists of both EPS and the material used for ties, making it tougher to finish it.
Quad-Lock's unique and patented tie design offers low likelihood of problems by positively connecting the EPS panels at both the horizontal and vertical seams where the pressure during concrete placement is most likely to cause failures.

Commercial & Multi-Storey - Advantages over other ICFs

No other ICF can build around pre-tied rebar as easily as Quad-Lock.
No other ICF can be assembled with as little laborers' exposure to the outside of a multi-storey structure. Quad-Lock's unique Corner, Angle, and T-wall solutions allow building from the safety of the inside of the building. This minimizes the amount of outside scaffolding required and the risk of long falls for workers.
No other ICF can build columns and pilasters like Quad-Lock. Almost every commercial project needs them.
No other ICF can offer the range of wall thicknesses that Quad-Lock can...period. See Quad-Lock Ties & Extender Ties.
No other ICF can provide Quad-Lock's unlimited range of wall angles with so little labor.
No other ICF can integrate concrete walls and concrete floors or roofs as well. Quad-Lock developed and tested unique solutions, such as Slab Brackets & Ties, and actively sells and supports an ICF for concrete floors & roofs - Quad-Deck. Also refer to our CAD Drawings.
Few other ICF companies offer access to a LEED AP (Accredited Professional) who can help designers identify & accrue LEED points for Quad-Lock projects.
Quad-Lock offers 'green roof' technology with a rot-resistant roof structure that will carry the loads imposed by these designs. See CAD drawing.