On Thu, 7 Sep 2006 20:11:05 -0400, "mark henderson"
wrote:

Hi, maybe someone here can answer my quick question. I want to build a small
utility building 8' x 12'. Is it necessary to dig a footer, lay block and
pour concrete, or can I simply frame out some 2 x 12's and pour it on the
existing ground? Ground is very stable and somewhat flat. I live in South
Carolina, lot of red clay type soil. Thanks for any help here.


Another option is to build it on four piers, whereby you rent
a gas-powered soil-auger, drill four 3' deep holes,
drop cardboard tubes down the holes, fill with concrete,
and stuff a stainless bracket at the top of each one.

Only downside is that puts the floor of the shed pretty
high up.