Slab Vs Stump

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sasharif
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May 17, 2014 - 1:30 pm
Hi friends! Can any one please tell me the relative advantages and disadvantages of buying house that is on concrete stump as opposed to the one on slab. Thanks.
demkel
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May 17, 2014 - 1:39 pm
How tall are the stumps? Can you build in underneath?
demkel
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May 17, 2014 - 1:49 pm
In Queensland, Houses were built on stumps to allow air flow under the house to stay cooler in summer.
Stumps are a cost effective building practice on sloping blocks. Saving on fill, excavation and import of fill.
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Demkel
sasharif
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May 17, 2014 - 10:21 pm
Thanks Demkel for your input. I am talking about an investment property I want to buy. Not sure about the height of the stumps. Is there any disadvantage?
Redwood
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May 17, 2014 - 11:30 pm
Obviously there are a heap of considerations including the slope of the block and what type of bricks you are using – a high footing will waste a lot of bricks.
Generally stumps are cheaper however, we usually go slab. Remember there are height regulations for the stump to floor level.
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demkel
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May 18, 2014 - 11:24 am
Sasharif
It may be worth considering a building inspection. Stumps have been known to sink if they have not been installed correctly, thus requiring replacement.
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Demkel
sasharif
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May 19, 2014 - 9:38 pm
Thanks Ivan and and Demkel for your advice. Much appreciated.
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Sharif