Block- This has typically been the most common form of

construction of homes in Florida.  Concrete blocks make up

the majority of the primary outside walls.  These blocks are
secured to both the foundation and the trusses via steel rods
located inside of the blocks.  These blocks are then poured
with cement to make a permanent bond between the
foundation and the trussing system.  Then the outside walls
are wrapped in a one of several materials (plywood, plastic,
etc.) and then  covered with either stucco or other type of
siding.

Concrete forms- This system is becoming more popular to

use.  It can be a little more costly on the front end but has a
higher insulation factor than traditional block construction.
It is similar to block construction but instead of laying
concrete block a foam type of block is put in its place. 
Concrete is  then poured into each cavity. The outside walls
are wrapped in one of several materials (plywood, plastic,
etc.) and finally covered with either stucco or another type
of siding.

Wood Frame- This is a common method of construction in

the other parts of the country.  This system is built using
wood studs which are attached to the foundation and the
trussing system.  Then the outside walls are wrapped in one
of several materials (plywood, plastic, etc.) and covered
with either stucco or another type of siding.
Steel Frame- This is also gaining in popularity because of
new developments in high wind load resistant designs. 
Steel frame is constructed in a similar fashion as wood
framing.

Foundations- The foundation is a category in itself.  Each home may require a different type
of foundation generally in one of two types, monolithic or stem wall.  Foundations in Florida
are generally different then ones built in other parts of the country.  Owners will joke about
wanting a basement in Florida.  However, basements in many parts of  Florida are possible. 
Generally you won't see basements because of the affordability of building common floor
space.

Monolithic- A system where a footer (about 24" to 36"

wide/deep) and the foundation slab (about 4" to 6" deep) is
dug over the entire foundation.  The plumbing is then put
into place and the entire slab is reinforced with a type of
steel or mesh.  The concrete is then poured to level.

Stem Wall- This is a system similar to that of a basement 

construction but with no crawl space or basement to access. 
A type of footer is dug (anywhere from 36" to 60"+) and
then concrete blocks are laid until they reach the top of the
slab.  The blocks and the slab are poured in two separate
pours.  (NOTE: Stem wall foundations are not necessarily
any better then a monolithic foundation.) Stem wall
foundations are generally used with uneven property lots,
where one side of the foundation is higher then the other.

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