ew build double garage

[Kalanbodytech]

Hi guys,

I am preparing to build a double garage from scratch using concrete blocks. 1st I must remove the existing timber frame single asbestos 'shack' and a massive tree that sits on the boundary.

I have arranged for disposal of the asbestos through the council and have permission from my neighbours and council reguarding the tree removal.

As i'm using concrete blocks, I will be digging strip (trench) foundations 1 metre deep (3ft), I will then lay 6-8 inches of hardcore before filling with concrete.

How much concrete do I pour into the excavation- up to 1 block below ground level or fill right up to ground an block up from there? also my neighbour has an elevated garage, should i be worried about disturbing his foundations given theres about a foot gap between his garage an my intended garage?

Any help or advice is much appreciated, thanks guys...will take some pic's of the plot tomorrow an uplaod em if it helps

 

[noseall]

I am preparing to build a double garage from scratch using concrete blocks..............I must remove..... a massive tree that sits on the boundary.

I hope you re not on a clay substrate!

I will be digging strip (trench) foundations 1 metre deep (3ft), I will then lay 6-8 inches of hardcore before filling with concrete.

Do not put any hardcore in the foundation trenches. Pour the concrete directly onto the sub soil.

 

[theoldun]

Quote.
a massive tree that sits on the boundary.

No matter what type of ground you are building on, the species and how close to new garage that tree is could cause you a sack full of problems.

Read the post below for more information.
Foundation depth for conserv on clay plz 
Oldun.

 

[RonnyRaygun]

Just 'cos Old Un's link doesn't seem to have worked...here it is again...

//www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=233149

 

[theoldun]

Many thanks Ronny, wish I knew how to do that.
oldun