The size of the trench and diameter of the rebar depends on the purpose for the wall such.
How to build a concrete block wall footing.
Prepare the concrete footing where the cinder block wall will sit.
If you missed it read up on how victor s team dug the footers laid rebar and poured the footers at those links.
However for even the most modest block structure to have enough rigidity to bear pressure and weight it needs proper footing.
Block would require a 16 in.
For example a typical 8x8x16 in.
Whether you re building a retaining wall or just need some extra privacy a cinder block wall is an affordable way to get the job done.
Wide footing and extend below the frost line.
Foundation all concrete block walls must rest on a sturdy foundation of poured concrete.
The depth and size of the foundation will vary depending on the size of the concrete block wall and the weight it must support but a typical freestanding wall requires a foundation that is about twice as wide as the wall itself and which extends about 1 foot down below the frost line.
Always check local building codes for construction requirements in your area.
It s time for another pro follow update as we follow along with contractor steve wartman and his crew.
Once you ve got your base set up it just takes some finesse in building the wall up and turning corners.
What type of footing is required for a concrete block wall.
Footers for block walls consist of a footing trench steel reinforcement rods rebar and concrete.
If you remember steve brought in victor and his team from luciano cristofaro contractors to build the foundation and today s article shares how they built the block wall foundation.