Foundation 1 - Week of 3 February - Let's Begin Some Progress... Somewhere, Somehow...



Beginning of the dig (5-6 feed deep)


The deep trenches go down 5-6 feet to expose bottom of concrete stem walls (that needed a slight lift, but more stabilization than anything)






Expanded access to allow new piers and beams in the south bedrooms section of house; gas lines have been decomissioned.

Access to right side of house (south front, and ktichen




 Last remaing base and supports for concrete stemwall beam support.


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