Those gray bumpy rods are ½-inch steel reinforcing bars that will strengthen a garage footing. The contractor now needs to put supports under them so about 3 or 4 inches of concrete separates the rods ...

Question: Do you know if it states in the IRC code that a “J”-bar must be poured in the footing if the wall requires vertical reinforcing. I have a meeting with an inspector tomorrow to discuss code ...

The homesteaders at Mason Dixon Acres demonstrate professional methods for pouring and leveling durable concrete footings to ensure a solid foundation for any construction project. Mom drove SUV at 60 ...

The homesteaders at Mason Dixon Acres teach first-time builders how to properly pour concrete footings for strong foundational support. Christa Pike in critical condition after surviving 2 lethal ...

A concrete footing. Even though the concrete hardening (technically known as curing) process begins quickly, you should leave the posts undisturbed for at least two days after pouring the concrete.

Smart foundation planning starts before the concrete truck arrives. See what to check for drainage, utilities, soil gases, ...