Q: My house was built in the '40s and has a cinder-block foundation. On the inside, it has paint that's peeling. Some of the blocks are crumbling, but the problem is not deep, less than an inch ...

A. Poured concrete and concrete block are the two foundation types that dominate the residential construction industry here in the USA. I’ve built buildings using both materials.

Q. My house was built in the ’40s and has a cinder-block foundation. On the inside, it has paint that’s peeling. Some of the blocks are crumbling, but the problem is not deep, less than an ...

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 ...

DEAR TIM: I live in a house with a concrete block foundation. I think the outside of the block has decorative stucco on it because the exterior of the block is not smooth. Some of the exterior is c… ...

An addition has a concrete block foundation. The home inspection called for repairs, notably some improved ventilation, better drainage, correct water penetration, and rotted siding around the ...

Cinder block raised beds can be easy to build and durable, but they might not be the best material choice for your garden given these downsides.

Adding cinder blocks to the equation can be a problem because they also retain heat. Since cinder blocks' pores are small air pockets, they insulate the soil they surround.

If you are just adding one row of concrete block to the stone foundation, cut pieces of ½-inch steel rebar about 11 inches long. Use a 4-pound hammer to tap the rods into the drilled hole.

Producers of concrete blocks have gone to Congress to get authorization for a new federal program to advertise and promote their product. If the authorization is passed and works as intended, it ...

I’ve got a choice to make about my new home. The builder is giving me the option of a poured concrete or concrete block foundation. There’s not a huge difference in price, but I’m more ...