For many small builders, the venture
into larger projects with considerable
site and foundation work is marked by
many unknowns. There is much to
learn about what takes place before the
more familiar framing stage. As the
builder's role is basically supervisory
through the excavation and foundation
work, knowing what to expect
from your subcontractor is essential.
This overview of building layout
should help you get a well-sited square
and level foundation on which to
build.
Checking out the Site
The condition of the site itself will
affect the success of your foundation.
With fewer quality building sites available
it is even more important to check
out the site for potential disasters. For
example, in the course of the last