Yes, I thought Option 2 would be easier/cheaper, but how to you determine a "safe" distance away from the existing footer, before you "step down"?
Thanks
Hi,
I have spent a few days on this website trying to find a topic for this, but have yet to find this exact scenario.
I have a 35 year old two story house with an 8 foot deep basement. I will be putting a two story addition onto the back of the home, and would like to have at least a 9 or 10...