Skip the concrete: steel and EPS basement walls?
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Has anyone heard of or have experience with SICS (Structural Insulated Concrete Systems)? Seems like a potentially attractive alternative to concrete basement walls for walk-out basement (less $$, lower carbon footprint?). See https://sic-sys.com/foundations/
Any thoughts appreciated.
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