Reinforced Block and Concrete Walls Block foundations use cinder blocks (8 x 8 x 16 inches) that are stacked on each other and cemented in place with mortar, forming cinder block walls.

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 ...

When you decide to repair the vertical face of stucco, concrete block or even concrete, the surface needs to be clean, dust-free and structurally sound.

ASK THE CARPENTER How to repair minor damage to a cinder-block wall By Rob Robillard Globe Correspondent,April 22, 2016, 8:00 p.m.

The most common mistakes in foundation and concrete repair happen at the get-go, when the problem itself isn’t analyzed as whole.

The century-old building we occupy in downtown Easton, Pennsylvania, has a foundation and walls that are thoroughly cracked.

How to repair a crumbling concrete foundation September 9, 2020 More than 4 years ago This poured concrete foundation is looking shabby.

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 ...

There are many ways to repair a stone foundation or add to it, but I prefer to use concrete block for the task. Concrete blocks typically have two hollow cores that can come in handy when you need ...

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 ...