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1. GBA Editor
   Martin Holladay | Jan 05, 2018 06:50am | #1

   Cmayall,
   First of all, can you tell us your name?

   Second, what do you mean by "post to beam"? Are you talking about post-frame construction (a method often used for agricultural buildings or warehouses)? Or are you talking about traditional post-and-beam construction using large timbers connected by mortise-and-tenon joints?

   By the way, either type of construction is possible in a desert.

   You should know that most green builders avoid building in flood plains.

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   cmayall | Jan 05, 2018 02:53pm | #2

   Thanks for responding. It would be post to frame. This is a developed area with 1 to 2 acre lots.other homes are on concrete slabs with various methods of diverting water around them. It seemed to me it would be better to leave the ground alone and go up 3 ft. I have a sloped lot drooping 1 foot every 20 feet and that varies. 1200 sg. Ft. Would being off ground be much more difficult to cool house. Not sure of best way to insulate floor
   Thanks
   Kevin

3. Expert Member
   MALCOLM TAYLOR | Jan 05, 2018 03:25pm | #3

   Kevin,

   What you are contemplating is commonly called a pier foundation. If you use the search function you will find lots of articles on it and how to insulate the floor. Probably a good choice for flood-prone areas.
   Good luck!

4. GBA Editor
   Martin Holladay | Jan 06, 2018 07:18am | #4

   Malcolm,
   You solved the puzzle. Thanks.

   Kevin: Here is a link to an article about pier foundations: Pier Foundations.