5. The Foundation

When the foundation is poured the framing is ready to start.

The Floor Plan and Elevation

The Floor Plan and Elevation

4. The Plumbing Rough In

The plumbing rough in is where they put the main plumbing lines coming in and out of the house. The stem wall was dug under for passage of the PVC pipes. There is a trench that houses a large water line that all the extra water and waste drains into from the rest of the house. You can tell now where the sinks, baths and toilets are going to be.

3. The Stem Wall

The stem wall is a concrete outer wall that forms the boundary of the outside foundation. This will be filled with plumbing and finally concrete. All this will form the foundation. The wood frame and subsequent house will sit on top of the foundation.

2. The Footing Day 2

The footing is what the stem wall sits on. The footing is the under the foundation.

2. The Footing Day 1

The footing is what the stem wall sits on. The footing is the under the foundation.