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That isn't counting Florida, where the standard is concrete block. It seems to be about 90% concrete block, 5% wood, and 5% solid poured concrete. Concrete resi
by souprock 6y ago
That isn't counting Florida, where the standard is concrete block. It seems to be about 90% concrete block, 5% wood, and 5% solid poured concrete. Concrete resists termites, fire, and rot. The better houses have metal roofs.
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