Expansive soils can wreak havoc on conventional wire-mesh reinforced slabs. A... More
A veteran masonry contractor describes how he built a series of stone arches below... More
A veteran contractor shares his method of repairing damaged foundations with... More
Remodeling firm Craftsman Construction frequently replaces windows in Charlotte's older homes, and using new windows that reproduce the traditional style and appearance of the original windows is critical, says Rem Rogers. More
Pneumatically applied concrete isn't just for big commercial projects. A specialty... More
An engineer explains how wall thickness, rebar, and proper drainage all affect the ability of poured concrete foundation walls to resist lateral soil pressure. More
In this design-build project, a remodeling company turned a little-used sunroom addition back into an elegant open-air porch. More
Rebar chairs, laminated glass, high-performance paint stripper, spaceage carpenter pen, mini skid steer loader, more More
Q: To support a beam for a residential deck, does a Sonotube pier need any rebar? More
