Our forebears knew what to do. They elevated their homes. They built with pier-and-beam construction three to four feet above the grade of their lot. And they very frequently elevated their lots ...

The two main types of foundations in the U.S. are pier and beam and slab; the pier and beam type elevates homes above potential flood damage and allows easier access to utilities. The common ...

The foundation provides the base to support the entire structure, and its stability is critical to the longevity of the house. Pier and beam foundations are becoming a popular choice among ...

J.D.: Post-and-beam construction is an excellent method for building a residential house. Most of the many-century-old homes and buildings in Europe used post-and-beam construction. Nearly all ...