Foundation Question

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Discussion Starter · Oct 23, 2013

I have a question for you foundation experts out there. How long can a foundation sit after it's completed before it needs to be framed. Is there some kind of time limit or can the foundation stay freestanding for any amount of time . Thanks for your response in advance

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Discussion Starter · #4 · Oct 23, 2013

So as long as it's free standing with no back fill it's no problem to sit 4 months . Does weather effect it at all . Thanks

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Discussion Starter · #8 · Oct 23, 2013

Ok thanks for the advice guys. I was looking to try paying for some of the construction costs and there would be a few months downtime between foundation and framing . Thanks again

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Discussion Starter · #9 · Oct 23, 2013

Northern Virginia

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Discussion Starter · #10 · Oct 23, 2013

Thanks jls construction , ya that's a good idea. Thanks

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Discussion Starter · #12 · Oct 23, 2013

Thanks warren , I appreciate your advice

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Discussion Starter · #14 · Oct 23, 2013

Hey Chris , I was planning on starting in the spring. I was planning on letting it sit about 4 months . But I liked the idea someone said about getting the decking done as well.but you are right about the area here. Thanks Chris

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