Step 8c – Plumb and Line
With all of the 1st floor walls complete, it was neat to be able to navigate the rooms and get an idea of the feel of the dimensions of the house. Before moving on to the 2nd floor I needed …
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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 7 – Pour Concrete!
Today marked another milestone in building my own home as the concrete was poured into place that will eventually support the load of 90% of the weight of the house (one last footing will be poured at the same time …
Step 6c – Install Inner Forms, Plumbing and Bracing
Building your own foundation requires straight and level forms that are well braced so they stay that way through the concrete pour. 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…
Step 6a – Install Nail Stakes and Rebar
Building your own foundation starts with installing rebar and nail stakes to hold the concrete forms