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Big Trees Must Go
Because many of the large oaks were damaged and others would shade the PV, they have to be cut before the house is built
Failing Concrete Foundations Linked to Aggregate
Homeowners complain that the concrete foundations holding up their houses are crumbling.
It’s Time To Consider Helical Pile Footings
These threaded steel piers make new projects easier to get out of the ground, including new decks, sheds, and even houses.
Placing a Small Concrete Slab
Learn how to excavate, form, pour, and hand-finish a small slab.
How to Reduce Heat Loss Through Footings
Pouring a concrete slab on top of a thick layer of rigid foam is an effective way to create a super-insulated foundation.
Free-Standing Deck Footings
Small detached decks and other outdoor structures don't always need deep footings to be sturdy and code-compliant.
Radon mitigation with interior perimeter drains?
Q: In finishing my basement, I want to implement techniques for thermal and moisture management that have been illustrated in Fine Homebuilding. For instance, I plan to add an interior…
Creating a Sealed Crawlspace
Properly designed unvented crawlspaces have a number of advantages compared to vented crawlspaces.
Building a Shed? Get the Site, Footings, and Floor Frame Right
The floor and foundation for a small outbuilding can be simple and easy to install compared to that of a bigger building, but you will want to get the details right if you want your shed to last.
How to Lay Out Deck Footings
Use this fast and accurate method to get footings in the right spots.

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