Behind the Build with NRMCA and Habitat for Humanity of Berkeley County

Habitat for Humanity of Berkeley County partnered with The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s (NRMCA) Build with Strength Coalitionto construct a new affordable, low carbon home in Moncks Corner utilizing insulating concrete forms (ICFs), a sustainable, noncombustible concrete building system that reduces upfront construction expenses while maximizing the structure’s durability and energy performance to save homeowners long-term costs on utilities and insurance.

Community members, volunteers, local leaders, and media were invited to a “Behind the Build” event November 22nd on the project site on Wall Street in Moncks Corner to celebrate the progress made and meet the many people and partners who have helped bring these homes to life. We would like to give a special thanks to several NRMCA members who have donated and / or discounted materials to support this build- including, Knight’s Redi-Mix, Concrete & Materials Placement, Nudura, Tremco, and Carolinas Ready Mixed Concrete Association (CRMCA) for their generous support and donation in our Hutchinson Lane Projectand builds moving forward.

The event featured remarks from local leaders, a guided hard-hat tour of the home, and a “block signing ceremony” where attendees had a chance to write well wishes and blessings for the Habitat family on the ICFs that form the walls of the home. Importantly, the event offered an opportunity to meet and celebrate with Genise Furtick, the future Habitat homeowner, who is scheduled to move in with her children in the spring of 2023.

Founded in 1990, in the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Hugo, Habitat for Humanity of Berkeley County has built over 44 new homes and repaired hundreds of residences for low and very low-income families. This build represents the first Habitat Berkeley home to be built with ICFs, a resilient construction system that reduces potential damages caused by natural disasters.

For more information about how to get involved with Habitat for Humanity of Berkeley County as we pursue providing affordable housing in our community, please visit our website. All photos from this event are available online at this link.