Securing something to a basement foundation wall? Drilling into fire-hardened brick and then driving in a screw or an expansive anchor can damage these materials. On the other hand, clay (tile) blocks ...

Q. My upcoming deck project requires concrete support piers. I've never dealt with them before and have many questions. What are my options? How do I make sure the ...

Q. I'm not very good at reading blueprints. On the ones for my new home, the architect has drawn a step footing. Is this an accepted way to put in a foundation? Why can't the footer that rests under ...