Timber Pier Foundation

Using raw tree sections as piers in a pier and beam foundation is a traditional, low-cost construction method, often referred to as using log piers, tree trunk piers, or stump piers. This technique involves utilizing sections of tree trunks—typically from durable, rot-resistant species like cedar, cypress, or locust—as the vertical supports (piers) that elevate and stabilize the horizontal beams of the foundation.

This is usually found in more rural locations or off grid construction but I fouind this one in Austin downtown. Of course the House was built in the 1960's and a perimeter concrete skirt has been added since.

*Note the unknown wire hanging down, This is a safety issue because you don't know if the wire is live or abandoned.

Foundation piers from natural wood

Vince

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