Concrete & Masonry: whats the best type of foundation? Glkirk Builders Inc. on Oct 27, 2011 Here in Norfolk, residential footings are typically 20"-24" X 8"-12". And only have to be 4" ...» below grade. No concern for frost here. I wonder if he is talking about maybe piers/pilasters and sills verses a continuous block foundation. A continuous block foundation is now required since the newest code rule enforcement.
I wonder if he is talking about maybe piers/pilasters and sills verses a continuous block foundation.
A continuous block foundation is now required since the newest code rule enforcement.