Sitework Instruction

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Cripple-Wall Failure

Tens of thousands of wood-framed houses in the Bay Area were built on short... More

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Repairing a Frost-Damaged Brick Patio Border

John Carroll explains how to prep the surface, choose the right bricks and mortar,... More

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Pervious-Concrete Benefits

Using pervious concrete on a driveway can reduce runoff and meet many stormwater-management requirements. But does it need maintenance to keep functioning? More

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Helical Pile Foundations

Contractors weigh in on the advantages of helical piles over concrete tubes,in... More

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Frost Protection for an Existing Foundation

How a Pennsylvania contractor retrofitted the shallow foundation of a three-season... More

Pervious Paving Offers Coastal Stormwater Solution
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Tree Roots and Foundation Cracks

Can the roots of a tree actually dry out the soil beneath a foundation enough to cause the concrete to crack? More

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Removing Rocks Without Blasting

When explosives are out of the question, there's a quieter and safer way to break... More

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Reinforcing a Slab Over Disturbed Soil

Should rebar be added to a garage slab that spans a utility trench, or should the... More

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Building a Frost-Protected Foundation for an Unheated Building

In a cold climate, combining rigid foam insulation with a well-compacted,... More

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