Pumped concrete grout into stem wall block cavities, encasing the vertical rebar and creating a solid, reinforced foundation wall. This completes the foundation structure.
Pro tip: Use a concrete pump truck for filling cores — trying to pour and rod grout into block cavities by hand leaves voids. The pump ensures complete fill around all rebar.
Surveyor stakes exact house corners post-clearing — reference points that guide all foundation work and construction inspections.
4-course CMU stem wall construction begins — raises house above grade for flood protection and termite prevention in Florida.
Driveway and drainage permit application filed with Ranger Drainage District — required before Orange County building permit.
Footer trenches excavated and rebar installed — critical: ground rod must be bonded to rebar BEFORE pour for electrical inspection.
Foundation footers poured at dawn with two concrete trucks — early morning scheduling critical in Florida’s heat.
25 truckloads of fill dirt delivered — must be compacted in lifts with geotechnical testing before slab pour.