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Re: Adequate service for adding 100 sub Thanks Walrus. I'm hoping to avoid adding another service panel and thus the reason for the question. Our builder added the additional 200 amp telling us it would take care of any future additions. Wasn't sure if there was a rule of thumb or case by...

Re: Adequate service for adding 100 sub Actually have one coming out next week. Just trying to see if anyone has any input on the subject.

Adequate service for adding 100 sub Current service consists of (2) 200 amp main panels that feed existing 200 amp sub and 100 amp sub. Will service be adequate to accomodate another 100 amp sub for garage? Mains also service heat pumps,water heater,etc. Elec. co. wants verification from an...

Yep, just heard back from the foundation contractor who say's they'll be pumping from the street.

How concerned should I be about the trucks destroying the existing driveway (3000psi) when the pour happens? I hate to think about installing a new one. The garage is about 100 feet from the street.

I'm working with Southern Engineers out of Raleigh. I've spoken with them several time about the project. I'm leaning towards 10 in poured although the engineer says 12 inch solid filled block (w/ rebar) would suffice. I'd be fine with 8 1/2 feet in the basement. Do your plans call for lug...

It's interesting having the different viewpoints from contractors when it comes to what the foundation needs and what it doesn't. I think I've had close to 8 bid the job and none are the same. Would it be wise to have the engineer on site to check on correct construction? You don't get a...

With the slope of the lot being a 6ft drop in 26 feet, it makes the decision of a basement a bit easier. There are several large trees that also need to be removed. I've been told that the use of fiber mesh in the concrete will allow us to forego using the wire mesh. Does that sound right...

Have the plans on PDF. What's the best way to upload??

Yeah, my neighbor had his 3rd bay slab done this way. I'm still going back and forth on fill or basement. Not the cheapest way to add storage, but will keep the rest of house quiet when I'm in the shop. I'm assuming that rebar will still be required on the top slab... not sure though.

Yep, that's it. The plan also calls for W18x40 beams. (5) 24 ft long.

Sorry, guess I could be more specific. The engineer has the garage slab being poured on 1 1/2 " wide rib 18 gage (wr18) composite decking. I'll try and get a pic posted. The mono slab consists of both thicker footing and 4" slab. All done in the same pour. Correct?

Garage slab will sit on decking which is tack welded to I beams. Have any pics of your project? Also, would a monolithic slab work for the footings and basement slab? The zipper drain system looks like the way to go.

Apex, just south of Raleigh.

I'm looking at using the room below for a workshop/storage. Our existing basement to our house is block with no water issues after 7 years. The garage will be located at the end of our drive which slopes from front to back. I know get the water directed away from the foundation is the key to...