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Footings

This is my choice of footing methode. https://www.fab-form.com/fastfoot/fastfootOverview.php Frost Protection

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Retaining Wall

I watched and wanted to save these YouTube videos for future use. Versa-Lok Basic Double Retaining Wall Compact Backfill or Not? Steps Built with Retaining Wall Blocks I am not sure how they will install the rail but the steps look great.

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Civil Engineering Plan Drawing

My project is currently on hold due to some anticipated business troubles. I’m not sure when I will be able to initiate the Civil Engineering Plan phase, but I’ve already contacted a couple of engineers and received quotes. Below is a sample quote, and it…

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Architecture Drawing

Typically, when constructing a house, the first step is to create a Site Development Plan. This is essential because factors like rainwater catchment, soil conditions, and County development plans must be considered before any construction begins. However, I took a different approach. I decided to…

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Awesome, My Vision Finally Revealed by an Architect.

The Architect sent me the exterior drawing of my dream house. I am super hyped and almost cried. Ten years of dreaming and drawing this house in my head, finally revealed by a professional’s awesome hand. I gave my rough sketch of the layout, what…

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Can We Build Our Own House?

It’s useless to ask if I can. There are many wise men out there who had already done it and are doing it. They are mostly average guys and as long as I am an average guy like them, I know I can. So, let’s…

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