November 15, 2016 More than 8 years ago While this poured concrete foundation looks substantial, a concrete block one can be stronger. (Tim Carter) ...

A. Poured concrete and concrete block are the two foundation types that dominate the residential construction industry here in the USA. I’ve built buildings using both materials.

DEAR TIM: I’ve got a choice to make about my new home. The builder is giving me the option of a poured concrete or concrete block foundation. There’s not a huge difference in price, but I’m ...

Q: I'm going to be building a new house. I'm leaning toward a concrete foundation, but I've seen all sorts of alternative foundations such as concrete block, wood and even rock.

Vertical reinforcing steel is also very important. This steel can be put in both a poured concrete foundation and a concrete block wall that will have the hollow voids filled with cement grout or ...

A foundation is the underlying support structure of a building and is crucial to its stability and longevity. The average foundation cost is $9,100, though total costs can range from $5,200 to ...

The concrete poured into the forms can be made level with great ease and moderate skill using laser levels, string, finish nails and chalk. You typically pour the concrete into ICFs until it ...

The concrete has been poured.Judges from Guinness World Records verified the total bested the foundation for the Venetian hotel and casino in Las Vegas, making it the largest uninterrupted pour of ...

This poured concrete foundation is looking shabby. Believe it or not, it can be made gorgeous again with minimal effort and tools. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Hey, Tim. I watched ...

By FOX8.com staff writers AVON, Ohio — Despite the weather, construction continues on the 2013 St. Jude Dream Home. Workers poured the concrete for the foundation and basement on Friday for the ...