No bones about it. The key to a long lasting home is a good skeleton
When it comes to building a house, good bone structure is fundamental to quality and longevity.
When it comes to building a house, a good bone structure is fundamental to quality and longevity. While most people spend time choosing the aesthetics and finishes of a house, it is the things you can’t see that are the most important. You want to make sure you get the skeleton right so that when you put all the fine finishes in, it will stand the test of time.
Taking shortcuts and cutting corners economically could save you $15,000 in the building process but it could cost you tens of thousands of dollars in the years to come. The price of cheaper options can mean you risk slab failure, termite infestation, serious drainage problems and damage from the elements. To make sure your home is built right, you need to start with the slab.