| | Layers of limestone and soil are compacted inside the stem walls |
| | Top of stemwall waterproofed as capillary break between foundation moisture and slab cap. |
| | Durable moisture barrier (Vapor Block 6 by Raven) under slab and grade beams plus waterproofed top of stemwall provides capillary break under entire slab to prevent wicking ground moisture |
| | | Top of stemwall waterproofed as capillary break between foundation moisture and slab cap. |
| | After stem walls are waterproofed, they are filled with compacted soil. |
| | Wire mesh reinforcement for house slab cap on stable, compacted soil |
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