By The Editors of Fine Homebuilding
"Foundation work is not the glamorous side of
home building. It is hard, dirty work. But it's also the work upon
which all other work rests, and so a good foundation is critical to
every home," writes Fine Homebuilding editor-in-chief Kevin
Ireton in the introduction to Foundations and Concrete Work.
And whether you are planning to build a new foundation, shore up an
old foundation, or pour a new driveway, this collection of articles
from Fine Homebuilding magazine will provide you with the
professional guidance you need to do the job right. Foundations
and Concrete Work brings together contractors and builders from
all over the country to provide the best advice on formwork,
foundations, waterproofing, reinforcement, and related topics.
Written by the pros who actually do the work,
this book will
help you to:
- Prepare a concrete foundation site for excavation
and formwork
- Avoid common mistakes when working with
concrete and masonry
- Cut, form, and install rebar correctly
- Prepare concrete foundation forms properly
- Evaluate insulated concrete form systems
- Select and install drainage components
- Repair problems in old foundations
- Construct block foundations
- Select the right waterproofing treatment
Formerly The Best of Fine Homebuilding:
Foundations & Concrete Work, this newly revised edition features
new content, including the latest tools and techniques
and updated photos and illustrations.
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