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Concrete deck blocks are primitive building materials that look similar to children’s toys that snap together to build things. Their purpose is to spread out the extreme concentrated loads at the bottom of wooden deck posts onto strong soil. They...

Concrete deck blocks are primitive building materials that look similar to children’s toys that snap together to build things. Their purpose is to spread out the extreme concentrated loads at the bottom of wooden deck posts onto strong soil. They...

If your new deck will extend beyond the existing patio, lay out the pier blocks as needed. Build a backyard deck over concrete porch or patio.

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A comparison of CAMO Blocks, TuffBlocks and Handi Blocks—along with a little history—to help you choose the best instant foundation for your deck propject. No digging; no mixing concrete!

Our Precast Concrete Products Deck Piers Our team can deliver precast concrete deck piers for your commercial or residential project. Our deck piers are available in four, five and six feet. To learn more about our precast concrete deck piers call us or fill out our online form and describe your job for a free…

There are three default footing spacing in Canada, 4’ (1.2m),6’ (1.8m) and 8’ (2.4m) provided by the Canadian Wood Council. A good start in figuring out a deck’s footings. The biggest controlling factor is the size of the beam. The larger and stronger the beam is the larger the footing space can be. Personally, I

How to Install a Patio Landscape Block Pillar : Landscape block pillars add so much to your outdoor living space. They can help to define the space by giving it…

There are two common footings options for a backyard deck, deck blocks or frost footings, including concrete piles, screw jacks, and many more. The biggest difference between each is from where the deck is supported, below the frost or floating on the ground. Which type of footings should your deck have? Deck blocks are a

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Beams set on concrete blocks or continuous posts set on round piers are both sturdy ways to support porch floors and roofs if you get the details right.

I plan on making a small deck and I live in Howard County Maryland. The deck code here says that the concrete footing must be 30 in below ground level and have a thickness of at least 8 inches (i....

The strength and durability of your metal building starts with its foundation. One of your building’s critical components, there are a variety of options when choosing the right foundation for your building. Many factors play into the type of foundation that is appropriate for your building. Location Soil Type Weight Of The Building Anchor Bolt […]

Cinder block piers are done: Filled with cement and reinforced with rebar. Base plate with anchor legs in cement will be footer for steel floor beams.