Homer Faucett
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I don't expect too many people will respond to this, but has anyone here ever dug out a basement under an existing home? My grandfather did this with his house, and a friend of mine dug out his own basement. I must have insanity running through my veins, as I'm considering doing this for my house as well.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to make it easier? Both my grandfather's house and my friend's house were done by hand with 2-3 strong backs over a several week period. I'm hoping to get a good start, cut a large enough doorway in the foundation, and bring in one of those miniature bobcat deals that you walk behind to do the heavy lifting.
Does anyone have any books that would help? I've read a few accounts, and some good information is in the Taunton book "Renovating Old Houses" (EXCELLENT book if you have an old, old house).
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to make it easier? Both my grandfather's house and my friend's house were done by hand with 2-3 strong backs over a several week period. I'm hoping to get a good start, cut a large enough doorway in the foundation, and bring in one of those miniature bobcat deals that you walk behind to do the heavy lifting.
Does anyone have any books that would help? I've read a few accounts, and some good information is in the Taunton book "Renovating Old Houses" (EXCELLENT book if you have an old, old house).