Pier & Beam


Construction glossary · Structural

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Structural · definition

A foundation of spaced piers carrying beams under the floor, leaving a crawl space. Easier utility access and floor leveling but more prone to movement than slab.

Source: Wikipedia — Pier Foundation

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