Site Work and Foundations - Page 25 of 37

Digging and pouring a foundation with the house suspended in the air require patience, great subs, and a little sleight of hand.

Assembled with regular building skills, ICFs form airtight, insulating concrete walls that finish with standard materials.

Drying the foundation and sealing air leaks make houses durable and healthy.

Framing the perimeter first helps to ensure that the posts will land squarely on their piers.

Low-expansion urethane goam, roof cement, and roof vent flashing is a better process to prevent cracking.

Foundations hold up the house, hold back the earth, and keep out the water. If they're not level and square, you may end up custom-cutting every rafter.

I frequently drill holes in concrete foundations for seismic anchors, such as all-thread bolts. The bolts are bonded to the concrete with epoxy, which means the holes that I drill…

Creating straight, level, and sturdy footings is the first step in building a long-lasting home. Here's how to do it right.

Q: I’m moving from Colorado to California soon. While living in Colorado, I’ve really enjoyed having a basement with lots of extra space for storage. However, I’ve never seen a California…

Handsome, safe and durable driveways provide room for parking, turning and play, and are built on a stable, well-drained base.