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Mix Concrete by the Bag
A reliable and back-friendly approach to smarter concrete-mixing.
An Energy-Smart Foundation in Two Days
A compacted gravel footing is the only prep work required, and you don't have to wait for the weather.
Mixing Concrete in a Wheelbarrow
A simple wheelbarrow, a stiff rake, and a reliable process transform the task of mixing concrete from backbreaker to no-brainer
Waterproofing a Basement From the Inside Can Be a Challenge
Though it's best to address foundation waterproofing from the outside, there are some measures you can take to deal with leaks from the interior.
Reducing the Risk of Cracks in Concrete Slabs
Builder Larry Haun explains reliable methods for properly positioning rebar, plus a method for tying a new slab into an old one.
Hebel block
A great wall system that masons love to hate
Foundation Advice
For foundation work bids, insist on one combined price
A Solid Deck Begins with Concrete Piers
Learn how to size, layout, dig, form, and pour concrete to build a simple but sturdy deck foundation.
Tiling over Different Substrates
Use expansion joints and an uncoupling membrane to prevent cracks in the tile installation where different substrates meet.
Sonotube Cutoff Fixture
While helping a friend with his house, I had to cut 12-ft.-long Sonotubes (both 18 in. dia. and 24 in. dia.) into 4-ft. lengths. Because I needed more than 60…

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