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Insulated Concrete Forms
Assembled with regular building skills, ICFs form airtight, insulating concrete walls that finish with standard materials.
Fixes for Damp, Moldy Houses
Drying the foundation and sealing air leaks make houses durable and healthy.
Getting a Deck off to a Good Start
Framing the perimeter first helps to ensure that the posts will land squarely on their piers.
Sealing a Drain Penetration in a Foundation Wall
Low-expansion urethane goam, roof cement, and roof vent flashing is a better process to prevent cracking.
Forming and Pouring Foundations
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.
Tapered Vacuum Nozzle for Anchor-Bolt Retrofits
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…
Forming and Pouring Footings
Creating straight, level, and sturdy footings is the first step in building a long-lasting home. Here's how to do it right.
Why No Basements in California?
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…
All About Driveways
Handsome, safe and durable driveways provide room for parking, turning and play, and are built on a stable, well-drained base.
When Block Foundations Go Bad
Steel bracing and improved drainage give new life to cracked and wet walls.

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