Diy foundation house

Step-by-step instructions to construct a concrete foundation for a variety of projects A concrete foundation is a base for a structure. The type and size of concrete foundation you will need is based on the structure you will place upon...

Getting yourself familiar with types of house foundations might not be something you’ve ever thought necessary before, but understanding what type of house foundation you have can play a big factor in determining your home's longevity, and your level of comfort within it. If you are looking at building your own property, or you’re purchasing a new home, it is vital to get to grips with different types of house foundations. House foundations will be the backbone of your property, so it’s…

The foundation of a DIY addition is probably one of the most important elements you'll build. It will support the rooms on top of it and transfers the load of each room onto the ground below. When deciding what type of foundation you will build, there are many factors to consider, including the weight of the building on top of it, the bearing capacity of the soil below it, and the ease of installation. After mulling over each of these factors at the beginning of the construction process, we…

Learn how much it costs to build a new foundation with price factors for a crawl space, pier & beam, or full basement installation.

The ultimate DIY cabin foundation guide. Dive into a comprehensive guide for a tiny home, cottage or off grid cabin foundation that lasts a lifetime.

The question is, is Concrete Better Than Cement for a Foundation.

This is post 2 of 3 in our series “Rising Barn Foundations”, where the different types of foundations are explained for installation. Click here for Part 1. In terms of difficulty, pier and beam…

Learn about the most common shed foundation types. We compare 11 different foundations and explain the advantages and drawbacks of each.

It’s important to have a strong foundation in place for promoting your book. The first step is to start “building your author platform” – in other words you need to develop a reputation, connections, and online followers. Building a platform...