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Insulating Concrete Slabs, Foundations and Basements

by Benjamin Hardy | Jul 10, 2007 | Basement, Foundation & Crawlspace, Foundation, HowTo

Concrete slabs, basement foundation systems, and crawl-spaces all experience water-vapor issues. Moisture infiltration can lead to mold and mildew growth and cement discoloration. Heat loss through the slab can increase utility costs. Fortunately there are a number of...

Stem Wall Foundations

by Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. (FLASH) | Sep 13, 2005 | Basement, Foundation & Crawlspace, Foundation, HowTo

An oceanside community is ideal for its vistas and recreational opportunities, but prone to destructive forces from wind and water. Current hurricane codes and enhanced building practices are designed to fight off storm surge and wind damage. A three-course stem...

Site Preparation

by Benjamin Hardy | Nov 19, 2004 | Basement, Foundation & Crawlspace, Foundation, HowTo

The preparation of a building site is a step-by-step process that includes analysis of water-table levels and soil make-up, how utilities are run into the home, zoning restrictions, curb-cut location regulations, and environmental concerns. Steps may vary depending on...

Why Foundations Fail

by ryw | Jan 1, 2001 | Basement, Foundation & Crawlspace, Foundation, HowTo

A foundation’s main job is to hold up the house. Often, however, the biggest load on the foundation is not the weight of the house, but the pressure of the soil around the foundation. Called the lateral load, it is the amount of pressure exerted on basement...

Insulating Concrete Slabs, Foundations and Basements

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