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    Do I really 'need' plans

    I may be naïve, and I realize pans would be best, but it doesn't seem too complex. It's a simple 26' x 42' rectangle, one level, trusses, 3 evenly spaced overhead doors. One window on each wall. Can't I just draw out each wall with accurate measurements, height, width, headers, openings, etc...
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    Is this worthwhile savings for diy garage

    I'm building a good sized 3 car garage: 26' x 40'. Full four foot wall with footing foundation. Concrete guy who has done work for us before wants $11k for all concrete work, including excavating. That includes digging, wall, floor, backfill, grading. Anchor bolts in and ready for framing...
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    Is floating slab good enough?

    I have a hard time logically understanding why a floating slab is ok for a garage and not a house. I like the idea of saving money, but I want a building that will hopefully still be here for the next generation. We're doing a 26 x 40 garage (1040 sq ft.) in NW Indiana. Frost line is 36". Local...
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