Step 18a – Deck Ledger and Footing Forms
I figured that the most accurate way to position the footings for the deck would be to assemble the frame, ensure it is level and square, and then hang a plumb bob down where the center of the post will …
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Step 18 – 2nd Story Walk Out Deck
Since I moved out on my own, I have had the opportunity to live in 7 different houses/apartments. I would say all of them except the first one (you’ve got to start somewhere, right?) had a really nice feature that …
Step 7c – Pour the Slab
One thing I realized I forgot to document was that I placed a cardboard box around the DWV pipe for the downstairs tub and filled it with gravel. This will allow me to easily break the thin layer of concrete …
Step 7b- Add Gravel, Vapor Barrier, and Rebar
Capillary forces are very powerful. Have you ever been to a redwood forest and wondered how water gets from the roots to the leaves at the very top of the tree? The answer is capillary force, and surprisingly, it works …
Step 7a – Pull Stakes and Forms, Insulate, and Reinspect
After a couple weeks of frustration, I was rewarded with my second passing inspection today, giving me a green light to pour the concrete slab that will complete the foundation. I do have a few more steps to take before …
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Step 6d – Prepare for the First Concrete Pour
Building your own slab on grade foundation requires you to install the plumbing before you pour the footings. Here’s how I did it..
Step 6b – Erect Concrete Forms
Building a foundation begins with square and level forms. Here’s how to erect the forms solo…