Energy and Construction - Clima2007

Warren Said:

Can I use construction adhesive to fasten treated wood to concrete floor when framing basement?

We Answered:

Construction adhesive works well to prevent large surfaces from lifting, like a subfloor. It is not great in preventing smaller surfaces from sliding apart. The subfloor can't move laterally but your framing can.

If these are non load-bearing then some shifting, though not desireable, won't be dangerous, If they are load-bearing then codes and safe practice will require the walls be bolted.

Ernest Said:

What is the key issue to design and construction of a basement concrete slab?

We Answered:

Check your local building codes. Slabs range from 4-12" depending on the type of earth you are building on and the weight of the building on top of it.

Allan Said:

How do I get rid of grasshoppers in my basement?

We Answered:

We have this problem at my hotel by the pool. We have to have the exterminator come like once a month to keep the problem to a minimum.

Loretta Said:

How important is it to nail the floor plate into a concrete basement floor if...?

We Answered:

all you do is drill thru the wood.... then drill into cement.... and just beat long nails into the holes.....then use the adhesives

Cynthia Said:

How do you anchor 2"x4"s to concrete floor for wall construction in basement?.?

We Answered:

hilti gun, u load like a gun and it shoots a nail in to concrete flooring. u can rent at a rental place that carries tool. much faster then drilling in concrete.there a different size shoot and nails, so u may have to shoot a few different ones till u get the right combo.