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Concrete is better.
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Why are concrete poured basement walls better than block walls?
Strength
Solid concrete has an ultimate flexural strength that is greater than block, making it better able to resist cave-ins caused by lateral pressures of wind, earth, and water. Its ultimate compressive strength is also greater, making it better able to support vertical building loads. In addition, poured concrete walls get stronger as they age - for up to five years.
Affordability
Controlling costs is one of the biggest concerns of homebuilders and buyers alike. Efficient modern construction methods make poured basement walls cost competitive with block walls. When you can get this much performance at a comparable price, why look any farther?
Maintenance Ease
Because of it's increased density and joint-free construction, poured walls offer twice the fire resistance of hollow core block and are essentially impervious to the passage of water. Solid concrete has fewer and smaller voids than block and is less porous which offers almost twice the density of a hollow core block wall and weighs approximately 50 pounds more per cubic feet. This makes concrete basements drier.
Design Flexibility
Poured wall construction is adaptable to all home styles, including ranches, duplexes, split levels, modular home, condominiums and aparments. Poured concrete fits in perfectly with today's diverse lifestyles.
Fire & Water Resistant
Poured concrete basements virtually need no maintenance. Concrete's composition is resistant to rot, decay, rodents, termites, and fungi. Poured concrete is also nontoxic, containing no preservatives to become free upon contact or by leaching. Solid concrete basement walls take care of themselves.
Time Savings
Using poured wall construction gives the builder a head start on framing. A typical installation involves a three-day cycle. When compared to block construction this saves the builder time, increases productivity, and results in a superior basement.
