Top Advantages of ICF Builds in the Home Counties

Building using Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) is gaining serious momentum across the Home Counties. With soaring energy prices and a growing demand for sustainable building, homeowners and developers are increasingly turning to ICF construction. We provide domestic and commercial customers across the Home Counties with a range of ICF related build options. If you are looking for a ICF contractor to help with your new project, we can help you. 

What Makes ICF Builds Stand Out?

As one of the Home Counties most experienced ICF contractors, McGrath Civils Ltd has helped clients across Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Sussex benefit from the speed, strength, and sustainability of ICF construction.


From private residential builds to complex multi-unit developments, our team combines years of groundworks experience with expert ICF construction services, for a complete and reliable build solution.



To discuss a new ICF project, contact our MD Sean McGrath, on 07717 014006 or email us your contact details, an overview of your project and requirements, along with any plans you have to info@mcgrathcivilsltd.co.uk. 

Top Reasons to Consider ICF Construction

But what exactly makes ICF construction stand out? We explore some of the top reasons to consider ICF for your next project. 

Outstanding Thermal Efficiency: ICF offers U-values as low as 0.11 W/m2K, which far exceeds traditional masonry or timber-frame systems. This means significantly reduced energy bills and consistent internal temperatures year-round.

Faster Build Times: Thanks to the lightweight EPS blocks and rapid stacking system, ICF builds can take up to 30% less time than traditional methods. Concrete pours can be completed in a day, and walls are ready for finishing soon afterwards.
  
Incredible Structural Strength: ICF creates a solid concrete core, capable of bearing heavy loads and resisting ground movement. It's particularly well-suited to multi-storey buildings and basement construction.

Superior Acoustic Insulation: With up to 50% better soundproofing than standard construction, ICF is ideal for urban areas or multi-unit developments where noise control is important. 

Cost-Efficient Over Time: While initial costs may be slightly higher, the long-term savings in heating, maintenance, and build times offer excellent return on investment for homeowners and developers alike. 

Design Flexibility: ICF can be cut, shaped, and adapted to virtually any architectural style—from traditional cottages to contemporary new builds. Curves, cantilevers, and custom angles are all possible.

Eco-Friendly Credentials: ICF contributes to sustainable building targets with reduced waste, lower energy use, and long-lasting performance. Some systems use recycled materials and have minimal embodied carbon.

Our Most Recent ICF Project  

We have extensive and recent ICF build experience. Read more about our ICF experience by clicking here, to our "recent work" section of the website. 

We are able to work on ICF construction projects across the South, so whether you are looking for ICF contractors in London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire or anyway across the Home Counties then contact us today. 

To discuss a new ICF project enquiry please call our MD, Sean McGrath, personally on 07717 014006 or email us details of your project including your location, scope of work and any plans you may have a member of our team will be pleased to help you. 

We are happy to arrange site visits, speak with your main contractors or architects and offer you a no obligation price estimate for our work.  

Recent ICF Project in High Wycombe

We recently were helping a private domestic customer in High Wycombe with their new ICF luxury residential build, including a basement. 

We assisted with the site clearance, groundworks and basement construction using the ICF construction method. 

To read more about this project, click here to read our case study. 

We offer free quotes on every job and are always happy to work on a collaborative basis with architects, surveyors and project managers. 

Contact us today for a free consultation.