Framing the Basement

Basement being framed, August 18, 2010

Plan for the lower level pegged on the back wall

There are several examples like the one below, where vertical 2x4s aren't flush with horizontal

Framing Begins

Another day with temperatures over 100F

Framing begins with the basement, 8/17/2010

Preparing to lay slab for basement

Soil being mechanically vibrated before slab is poured, August 12, 2010.