08-28-2010, 07:52 AM
For me, there are several downsides of slab-on-grade construction;
Slabs are harder on the feet, legs, hips, etc. because there is no "give", especially for us older folks. Even a "stiff" framed floor, while having no percievable flex, gives enough to reduce stress on joints.
Slabs WILL crack allowing termite and centepede avenues.
Post and Pier allows access to underfloor plumbing and electrical for repair and alteration.
BTW, importing fill which is not mechanically compacted to 95%+ will turn to Jell-o in a major earthquake.
Dan
Slabs are harder on the feet, legs, hips, etc. because there is no "give", especially for us older folks. Even a "stiff" framed floor, while having no percievable flex, gives enough to reduce stress on joints.
Slabs WILL crack allowing termite and centepede avenues.
Post and Pier allows access to underfloor plumbing and electrical for repair and alteration.
BTW, importing fill which is not mechanically compacted to 95%+ will turn to Jell-o in a major earthquake.
Dan