11-27-2005, 11:29 AM
Adias,
I have read years ago that one problem with using concrete blocks is moisture penetration into the center of the block and mold growing there. I am very sensitive/allergic to mold and would not want to rebuild because of that reason.
I thought of using the lava rock as it is used in fencing. But I think it is cost prohibitive to have done. then how could you resell the place. You always have to build with the eye toward resale. Even if you think it will never happen. It may somewhere down the line.
You just don't see the stone or brick there, so there must be a reason. Bricks I think it is cost, to get it there and they are labor intensive to lay. I live in an all brick house and really like it. Hardly any maintence ever.
For what it is worth, we have used Sevin powder around our house here in TX. and have few problems with any bugs, including termites for 14 years. Here they also swarm (fly) once a year. We have pets so are very careful of what we apply. Yard seems to remain flea free also. Apply only twice a yr or less a thin line directly up by slab foundation. We alo have lots of bugs being in a southern climate.
Having another Great day in Paradise, Wherever that Maybe!
I have read years ago that one problem with using concrete blocks is moisture penetration into the center of the block and mold growing there. I am very sensitive/allergic to mold and would not want to rebuild because of that reason.
I thought of using the lava rock as it is used in fencing. But I think it is cost prohibitive to have done. then how could you resell the place. You always have to build with the eye toward resale. Even if you think it will never happen. It may somewhere down the line.
You just don't see the stone or brick there, so there must be a reason. Bricks I think it is cost, to get it there and they are labor intensive to lay. I live in an all brick house and really like it. Hardly any maintence ever.
For what it is worth, we have used Sevin powder around our house here in TX. and have few problems with any bugs, including termites for 14 years. Here they also swarm (fly) once a year. We have pets so are very careful of what we apply. Yard seems to remain flea free also. Apply only twice a yr or less a thin line directly up by slab foundation. We alo have lots of bugs being in a southern climate.
Having another Great day in Paradise, Wherever that Maybe!
Lucy
Having another Great day in Paradise, Wherever that Maybe!
Having another Great day in Paradise, Wherever that Maybe!