Q: I’m building a new home and visited the job site a few days ago. I was aghast at a possible defect in my foundation. Parts of the concrete foundation are suspended in midair. The walls are only ...

Question: Last winter we installed several foundations for a builder in one development. He called this week asking us to provide inspection and support for a home owner claiming to have moisture ...

Question: We are placing a foundation wall for a residential project using our standard forming system set for 7 5/8 in. wall thickness. The Wisconsin state code (Uniform Dwelling Code) states that a ...

If structural engineers have their way, building codes will take a leap forward in the next couple of years to allow the use of higher-strength 80-ksi reinforcing steel in concrete shear walls in high ...

The concrete breakwaters designed to protect people from the consequences of global warming also contribute to it. It’s time to start using different materials. Japanese authorities, wanting to better ...

Q: I've been researching foundation types for both new homes and room additions. I've narrowed it down to either poured concrete or concrete block. Many websites say poured concrete is better than ...

Luckily, you can fix small concrete cracks yourself, from patching to using epoxy injections. Just be sure to avoid mistakes, ...