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Poured Walls vs. Block Walls:

• The solid mass and interlocking cement paste crystals of a poured wall are the best method to support the downward force exerted by the load of the wall.
  
• A solid structure, poured wall best supports the lateral force exerted by backfill pressing against the wall. It also has better integrity to withstand earthquakes.
  
• Poured concrete walls offer the flexibility to support any spacing, size or shape of rebar engineers require.
  
• Solid poured basement walls help increase the value and marketability of a home.
  
• In addition to strength, poured walls offer architectural interest with their ability to accommodate any angle or curve with grace, and these solid walls have a beauty of their own as exposed wall.
  
• The solid construction and greater density of poured walls provide a greater fire resistance than hollow core block walls.
  
• The overall performance, beauty and strength offered by solid concrete walls just cannot be matched by block  masonry.

Did You Know?

• Poured concrete walls can be formed to resemble rock masonry, brick, ribbed patterns, wood and many other textures.
  Insulated concrete is now available.
  
• Old technology is new again when improved forming systems allow entire houses to be constructed of poured concrete. These beautiful homes are energy efficient, strong, easy to maintain and they block out noise.
  
• Poured wall construction is virtually maintenance free, resistant to rot, decay, rodents, termites and fungi.