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GOVERNMENT

Built for communities. Engineered to endure.
BetterBlock ICF creates durable, energy-efficient government and civic buildings for demanding tropical conditions.

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PERFORMANCE SNAPSHOT

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FASTER CONSTRUCTION

The ICF system combines formwork, insulation and structural walls, helping government projects move efficiently through construction.

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MONOLITHIC POURED CONCRETE

Reinforced concrete creates a strong, continuous structural wall.

BetterBlock ICF wall cutaway showing EPS insulation, reinforced concrete core, internal webs and steel reinforcement
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INSULATION + STRUCTURE

Insulation and reinforced concrete work together in one wall system.

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HURRICANE & EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT

Engineered for strength in demanding tropical conditions.

WHY BETTERBLOCK ICF?

BetterBlock ICF combines reinforced concrete strength with continuous insulation to create durable, comfortable and energy-efficient government and civic buildings well suited to Costa Rica.

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SUPERIOR STRENGTH

Reinforced concrete construction provides exceptional structural strength and long-term durability for government, municipal and civic facilities.

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Continuous EPS insulation helps reduce heat transfer and cooling demand, supporting lower long-term operating costs for public facilities.

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GREATER COMFORT

Insulated concrete walls help maintain more consistent indoor temperatures throughout offices, public service areas and shared civic spaces.

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QUIETER INTERIORS

Solid insulated concrete walls help reduce outside noise and sound transmission between offices, meeting spaces and busy public areas.

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FASTER CONSTRUCTION

The ICF system combines formwork, insulation and structural wall construction into an efficient process for government and civic development.

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BUILT FOR COSTA RICA

Reinforced concrete strength and continuous insulation are well suited to tropical weather and demanding environmental conditions.

THE BETTERBLOCK ICF CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

A streamlined ICF building system that moves from foundation to a strong, insulated and efficient government building.

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BetterBlock ICF reinforced foundation preparation

FOUNDATION & LAYOUT

Prepare the reinforced foundation and layout for the government building and BetterBlock ICF wall system.

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Workers installing BetterBlock ICF wall forms

ICF WALL INSTALLATION

Interlocking BetterBlock forms are stacked to create the insulated wall assembly.

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Steel reinforcement installed inside BetterBlock ICF walls

REINFORCEMENT

Steel reinforcement is installed according to the structural requirements of the government project.

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Concrete being placed into BetterBlock ICF wall forms

CONCRETE PLACEMENT

Concrete is poured into the ICF forms to create the reinforced monolithic structural core.

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BetterBlock ICF building envelope under construction

BUILDING ENVELOPE

The completed ICF walls form a strong building envelope with continuous insulation in one integrated system.

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Completed BetterBlock ICF building in Costa Rica

FINISHED BUILDING

A durable, comfortable and energy-efficient government building designed for long-term public service and performance.

BUILD BETTER GOVERNMENT FACILITIES WITH BETTERBLOCK ICF

Strong. Efficient. Built to serve.
Built for Costa Rica.