concrete block wall construction
concrete block wall construction
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Hi everyone,
Is there any limit by code specifing the maximum number of courses per day for a concrete block wall supporting a roof slab for one story building (10 feet high)? Is block settling should be an issue to compress the mortar between the courses if the whole height built on one day?
Any references to support the limits if any?
Thanks
Is there any limit by code specifing the maximum number of courses per day for a concrete block wall supporting a roof slab for one story building (10 feet high)? Is block settling should be an issue to compress the mortar between the courses if the whole height built on one day?
Any references to support the limits if any?
Thanks






RE: concrete block wall construction
RE: concrete block wall construction
For basements, 8' walls are commonly built in one day with no problems. 8' to 10' walls are in one day commonly used on multi-story loadbearing building up to 20+ stories in countries that are more advanced in masonry use. A good contractor cannot afford to use a wet mortar and that is why the mixer man is important to the contractor from a cost and constructability standpoint.
I would worry more about bracing the wall until the roof system and or grout rebar are in place. Wind is the big contractor problem for scheduling, progress, insurance and OSHA.
Dick
Engineer and international traveler interested in construction techniques, problems and proper design.