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jdnthor · 03-11-15, 10:06 PM

I would like to build out the ground level of a pole-built home here in Vermont. FPSF looks like a method that would be cost effective. However, the question of how to handle the existing poles (4+' buried treated 8x8 timbers) and to properly handle the mild slope that the current structure is on aren't addressed by anything I have seen. I am concerned with supporting the poles on an FPSF build. How deep would the pole footers have to go on the interior of the building?

I'd also like to expand my current radiant heat system to cover the build out. I believe the existing boiler has the capacity.

Ideally, I'd like the ground level to be designed with a couple of different ceiling heights. Are there guidelines for these variations from a simple slab?

Thanks, JD

03-11-15, 10:06 PM	#4
jdnthor Lurking Renovator Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Vermont Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Guidelines for hybrid FPSF foundations? I would like to build out the ground level of a pole-built home here in Vermont. FPSF looks like a method that would be cost effective. However, the question of how to handle the existing poles (4+' buried treated 8x8 timbers) and to properly handle the mild slope that the current structure is on aren't addressed by anything I have seen. I am concerned with supporting the poles on an FPSF build. How deep would the pole footers have to go on the interior of the building? I'd also like to expand my current radiant heat system to cover the build out. I believe the existing boiler has the capacity. Ideally, I'd like the ground level to be designed with a couple of different ceiling heights. Are there guidelines for these variations from a simple slab? Thanks, JD