A strong foundation starts with well-built concrete footings that distribute weight, prevent shifting, and protect against frost damage. From planning and sizing to rebar placement and curing, each ...

Q: Tim, you helped me years ago, and now I’m back. I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to ...

The hands-on homesteaders at Mason Dixon Acres battle wind, rain, and sun to craft perfect concrete footing forms.

There are many different footing form systems available, but the majority of them share a common thread: non-wood forms. With the concrete industry moving in the "green" direction, and with an ...

Our system allows work in various soil conditions including sandy, clay, shale or rock. No extra drilling or wiring required, simply place the adjustable bracket. The bracket also minimizes damage to ...

Q. Tim, I’m flummoxed. I’m about to build a large detached garage. The plans call for a 10-inch-thick by 20-inch-wide poured concrete footing with two ½-inch steel bars that run continuously in the ...