LFairbanks Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 Wait for it... Just seems like a lot more work to go back thru and drill holes and pound the stuff in than it would have been to just put it when the mud was wet. I was kinda surprised to not see it in the footings either. It may not be required, but IMO it is cheap insurance. I would think that you would need someway to tie the footing and foundation together. Hence my question as to where the rebar was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 Just seems like a lot more work to go back thru and drill holes and pound the stuff in than it would have been to just put it when the mud was wet. I was kinda surprised to not see it in the footings either. It may not be required, but IMO it is cheap insurance. I would think that you would need someway to tie the footing and foundation together. Hence my question as to where the rebar was. Sorry. I shouldn't have been so flippant. The bare dirt trenches showed a few vertical rebar which I assume they will wire to. It looks like (but I'm no expert) this first pour was a footing base. The actual foundation footing will sit on top of this base instead of on the dirt. It looks like the dirt is pretty soft. In different parts of the country with different soils they do concrete foundations completely differently. I'm going to asume these guys know what they are doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFairbanks Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 (edited) Sorry. I shouldn't have been so flippant. The bare dirt trenches showed a few vertical rebar which I assume they will wire to. It looks like (but I'm no expert) this first pour was a footing base. The actual foundation footing will sit on top of this base instead of on the dirt. It looks like the dirt is pretty soft. In different parts of the country with different soils they do concrete foundations completely differently. I'm going to asume these guys know what they are doing. No worries, Roger. I didn't take it as you being flippant. I was just bringing something up that I noticed. I hope they know what they are doing. I only say that because I have seen too many instances where the homeowner got hosed. I would hope that a permit was pulled by the contractor to protect Matt's interest. I know when I did my project the footings had to be inspected for rebar placement before concrete was poured and then just before the foundation was poured it was inspected as well for all necessary rebar and hurricane straps. The picture below was my project. Kind of a crappy picture. It however was taken in 2000 before digital cameras were prevalent. I don't do it for a living, but have a pretty good idea how things work. Edited April 13, 2014 by LFairbanks Beemer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 13, 2014 Author Share Posted April 13, 2014 This contractor is apparently the one my gf's been using for a while so thats pretty much what we went with. I'm hoping he knows what he's doing too. Especially since its been forever since the contract was signed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnbiker326 Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Same here. This is kinda the same sort of idea I have had for my detached 2-car garage (or so). Can't wait for more updates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 We had progress yesterday!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Some day time pics of yesterdays progress mc2hill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Coming along nicely!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneck08sierra Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 man that garage is going to be nice..I'm jealous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluezey Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Lookin' good Matt!!Maybe when you use cinder block you don't need no "stinkin" rebar.You going to have three doors, two in the front and one in the back, so that you can get to the garage in the back, and a walk in door on the side? Bluezey :pc7424: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 21, 2014 Author Share Posted April 21, 2014 Yes. Actually one 16 ft door in front and one 8 ft door in back with a walk in side door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Looks like they finished the foundation: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFairbanks Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) Maybe when you use cinder block you don't need no "stinkin" rebar. Bluezey :pc7424: I find that funny. Glad your not building me a wall. What do you think will happen over time when that foundation is back filled and there is no reinforcement tying it to the footings? Not to mention cracking of mortar joints. Brick on a house now days is even reinforced. The Contractor probably went the block route as opposed to the concrete route as he probably has no forms. The footings and foundation where one of the most expensive part of my house. 11k, 14 years ago, and the foundation alone took 14 cement trucks, not counting footings. With the cinder block being more porous than concrete, Hopefully he seals the outside well to prevent efflorescence. And puts in proper drainage and slope. Matt, Please don't take my comments as me picking your project apart. I have just seen too many times where the homeowner gets hosed. Edited April 22, 2014 by LFairbanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 It does look like they sealed the upper layers of cinder blocks. You can see it almost looks like a creamy overflow on the blocks. Obviously it's not creme but I think you see what I'm talking about. Also, regarding the slope, if you notice the front door is 2 layers of cinder block where the rear door goes down 3 layers so that tells me it should be sloping that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFairbanks Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) Here is what I'am talking about. Some things to ask your Contractor or to make sure it is done right. I'am perfectly aware your not doing a basement. But just because you won't be able to see it and your block isn't as deep as a basement would be, don't think that it can't happen over time. Sealing that joint where the block foundation meets the footing is very important as well. The issues in the YouTube video started up high and manifested in the bottom. http://www.foundationarmor.com/article/cinderblock-waterproofing/ http://www.aquaguardinjection.com/residential/concrete-block-foundation-waterproofing/exterior-waterproofing/ Edited April 22, 2014 by LFairbanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WHTEVO Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 That was an informative video. thanks for sharing. Hopefully it helps out the OP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 23, 2014 Author Share Posted April 23, 2014 Just got in some decorations: Kingsford and Team Adam's 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Just got in some decorations: I have to update mine. I have the C5 sign........but the C5 is gone! You're having too much fun son!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 23, 2014 Author Share Posted April 23, 2014 I had the C5 sign but that got lost at my parents house Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GXPaycheck Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Here is what I'am talking about. Some things to ask your Contractor or to make sure it is done right. I'am perfectly aware your not doing a basement. But just because you won't be able to see it and your block isn't as deep as a basement would be, don't think that it can't happen over time. Sealing that joint where the block foundation meets the footing is very important as well. The issues in the YouTube video started up high and manifested in the bottom. http://www.foundationarmor.com/article/cinderblock-waterproofing/ http://www.aquaguardinjection.com/residential/concrete-block-foundation-waterproofing/exterior-waterproofing/ Dingbat. I love it. Amazing the amount of water in those blocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Picking out what goodies will hang on your walls is almost as fun as watching it being built! Almost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluezey Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 QuoteLFairbanks I find that funny. Glad your not building me a wall! Me Too, I find this funny, as I said "maybe"! Never worked with cinder block myself! But I did give up working with concrete in the 70's. Now back to your regular programming!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue17CamaroZL1 Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 Came home to this today: Team Adam's and mc2hill 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylander Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Very jealous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveVY Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Will be fun to see it take shape this week! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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