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Thanks for your reply...and others.
 
I reviewed specific ESR for ICF walls in question. (ESR is not part of
the product approvals for State or Miami-Dade.  Don't know why.  ESR has
a lot more information than can be downloaded at either website.)  There
is a section in the ESR that states termite prevention must be provided
as required by code.  ESR does not mention anything about an option for
termiticide.  Maybe this is provided by manufacturer when requested by
purchaser.  Interestingly, the ICF manufacturer has a mesh material that
they use for termite prevention on some of their walls.  It was not
listed as an option for the ICF walls noted on plans under review.  At
this point, the responsibility for showing code compliance falls on the
design professional.  Again, thanks to all that replied on this topic.
 
Rob
 
 
 
 
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Rob,

 

Many of the producers of foam plastics intended for use near grade are
infusing the product with termiticides during the manufacturing process.
Certification may be obtained from the supplier or the manufacturer.

 

Thank you,

 

Joe Belcher

 

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JDB Code Services, Inc.

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From: WR290 at aol.com [mailto:WR290 at aol.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 9:11 AM
To: Building Officials Association of Florida, Inc.
Subject: RE: [boafdiscussion] [Florida Code Talk] ICF Walls (Termite
Prevention)

 

I've been involved in that type of construction and the manufactures
does not allow that. I would suggest getting the manufactures spec
relating to that issue. Also the code is clear. If you need more let me
know

 

Tom Ricci

BT Builders Inc

954-214-4448

 

 

In a message dated 9/29/2009 8:21:38 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
rharrell1 at cfl.rr.com writes:

Hello All,

 

I'm looking at a set of plans for building constructed of ICF walls.
Wall sections indicate that foam on outside of building will be less
than 6 inches from grade and will be covered with synthetic finish (e.g.
Dryvit).  In some areas foam will extend below grade.  Are the ICF walls
required to comply with section 2603.8 of the FBCB, more specifically
clearances between earth and foam?  Feedback will be much appreciated.
Please let me know if you need additional information or clarification
in order to reply.  Thanks.

 

Rob Harrell

 

 

(NOTE: Designer has classified the building as Type IIB, but technically
building is VB based on construction drawings.)



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