Foundation all concrete block walls must rest on a sturdy foundation of poured concrete.
Footing for concrete block wall.
While both foundation types can be completely waterproofed block walls tend to have more leaks because of the grout lines.
Water and weather wears down the mortar over time and causes leaks.
Footers for block walls consist of a footing trench steel reinforcement rods rebar and concrete.
For example a typical 8x8x16 in.
Both types can also be reinforced with steel rebar.
Always check local building codes for construction requirements in your area.
One benefit of a concrete block wall is that the.
This helps strengthen any type of foundation.
If you want a superstrong concrete block foundation you need to include both horizontal steel reinforcing wire and in the cores vertical reinforcing steel that extends up from the concrete footing.
Wide footing and extend below the frost line.
However for even the most modest block structure to have enough rigidity to bear pressure and weight it needs proper footing.
The size of the trench and diameter of the rebar depends on the purpose for the wall such.
To construct a block wall you need to establish a solid footing that is a minimum of twice the width of the concrete block.
Block would require a 16 in.