Abstract: The adjustable laser line, level, and square is a leveling tool. The adjustable laser line, level, and square comprises a pedestal, a slewing bearing, a stanchion, a drafting triangle, and a laser. The laser and the drafting triangle are attached to the stanchion. The slewing bearing attaches the stanchion to the pedestal. The laser generates a straight beam of light that is used to form a straight line along the surface. The adjustable laser line, level, and square allows for the adjustment of both the azimuth angle and the polar angle of the laser. The slewing bearing is used to adjust the azimuth angle. The drafting triangle is used to adjust the polar angle. The stanchion further comprises a plurality of bubble levels that measure the angle of the stanchion relative to the force of gravity.

Abstract: A footer square apparatus for squaring a building foundation may include a footer square body, a first guide line, a second guide line, and a post receiving opening. The first guide line may be disposed on the footer square body and have a length that is substantially straight. The second guide line may be disposed on the footer square body and have a length that is substantially straight. The post receiving opening may be disposed through the footer square body and may receive a post. The length of the first guide line may be substantially perpendicular to the length of the second guide line. The post receiving opening may be located at the intersection of the first guide line and the second guide line.

Abstract: A batter board device is disclosed that allows for easier, and more efficient construction work. The batter board device comprises a pair of tubing sections each comprising a first end and a second end. The first end of each of the pair of tubing sections comprises an angled section. The angled sections allow the tubing sections to be secured together to create an approximately 90 degree angle. Further, the angled sections are secured together via a hinge, which allows the tubing sections to be collapsed for storage. Additionally, the batter board device comprises at least one receiving component secured to the tubing sections for retaining a stake. The batter board device further comprises at least one square tubing component secured to the tubing sections for retaining a string line.

Abstract: A footer square apparatus may be used to measuring a building foundation and may include a footer square body, a first guide line, a second guide line, a third guide line, a corner marking, and at least one angle marking. The first guide line and second guide line may be perpendicular, and the third guide line may form a 45° angle with the first guide line and second guide line. The at least one angle marking may identify an angle as measured between a line from the corner marking to the angle marking and at least one of the first guide line, the second guide line, and the third guide line.

Abstract: A block positioning tool includes a first elongated member and a second elongated member attached together such that a L-shaped frame is formed. The frame has an upper surface and a bottom surface. The first and second elongated members each have a slot therein extending through the upper and bottom surfaces. Each of the first and second elongated members has an associated attached end and a free end. A plurality of position indicators is attached to and selectively moveable along a length of the slots. A primary anchor is attached to a bottom surface of the attached end. Each of a plurality of secondary anchors is attached to one of the position indicators and positioned adjacent to the bottom surface. Each of the secondary anchors and the primary anchor is removably positionable into depressions extending into an upper surface of pier blocks.

Abstract: A bricklayer's combination level and plumb having a first I-section beam, a second I-section beam, and a connector pivotally and slidably connecting the second I-section beam to the first I-section beam wherein the second I-section is angularly displaceable up to and including a right angle relative to the first I-section beam.

Abstract: A quoin tool and method for constructing a quoin corner and a regular corner on a structure. The quoin tool includes a two frames rotatably joined by a series of cross-members. Slots are defined between the cross-members to allow egress of mortar during bricklaying. Spaces are attached to the frame to provide along with the frame, a surface for arranging bricks in a protruding pattern. The frame removably attaches to the structure via a pair of braces and is supported by brackets attached to the bottom of the frame. The regular corner is of a similar configuration but without the spacers so that the brick are flush with an adjoining wall. Furthermore, the method includes use of a twig for quickly running and securing a leveling line to serve as a guide in laying courses of brick.

Abstract: Batter board apparatus for use in building construction, including first and second sleeve members hingedly connected and adapted to slidingly receive first ends of first and second elongated board members, respectively, for hinged movement between parallel positions adjacent each other and positions mutually perpendicular to each other. The first and second sleeve members are provided with a common tubular member the axis of which is perpendicular to their hinged movements. Third and fourth sleeve members, adapted to receive second ends of the first and second elongated boards, respectively are also provided. Each of the third and fourth sleeve members are provided with a tubular member the axis of which would be perpendicular to the elongated board members when engaged thereby.

Abstract: A screed where the installation is laid out with hollow ended pointed rods. The rods have markings on them to indicate the proper excavation depth for application s such as patio/walkway or d driveway. A grade pin or a jackhammer pin is inserted into the hollow ends of each rod to vertically position the rods to the proper elevation determined by surveying techniques. The pins are then replaced with U shaped rail supports. Rails are then inserted between supports. A screed board notched to ride on each rail is then used to smooth the surface of sub-base materials.

Abstract: A batter board for aiding in the placement and alignment of foundation lines and other structural elements. The batter board includes a main crossmember that has a slot along the top surface in which an alignment device slides for positioning an alignment line. There are mounting collars on both ends for mounting to stakes in the ground and are vertically offset so that multiple members can be interconnected.

Abstract: An apparatus for laying out a building foundation is provided. The apparatus according to the present invention includes a first member for engaging a wire and a second member mounted to the first member and movable between a range of positions. The second member further includes a laser. A protractor is disposed between the first and second members for measuring the position of the second member in relation to the first member. The apparatus further includes a measuring device that is disposed adjacent to the first member for measuring a distance the apparatus travels along the wire.

Abstract: A baseboard saver tool for preventing damage to a baseboard during installation of a carpeting tacking strip. The tool includes an upright rectangular board with a support arm attached thereto. The support arm is hinged and locked in the open position or folded for storage or portage. A cushion strip along the bottom rear edge of the board protects the baseboard from any abrasion by the tool and functions as a spacing aid element.

Abstract: A reusable support for a batter board member is provided comprising at least one sleeve for receiving a batter board member attached to an elongate spike such that a batter board member received within the sleeve is supported in a substantially vertical orientation when the spike is driven into the ground. Elongate legs may be attached to the sleeve for better stability in the ground and multiple sleeves may be used for better support of the batter board member. A batter board assembly is provided wherein at least two reusable supports are driven into the ground and two batter board members are received in the supports such that the members extend substantially vertically from the ground. A horizontal batter board member is then secured between the two vertical batter board members and a control string is attached to the horizontal member. When the batter boards are no longer required, the horizontal members may be detached from the vertical member and the vertical members removed from the reusable supports.

Abstract: An adjustable batter board used in locating forms and trenches for pouring foundations and constructing walls includes an elongated tubular cross member having holes passing from a top to a bottom surface at each end of the cross member for receiving reinforcing rods therethrough. The rods pass through the top and bottom holes within the tubular cross member and through an eye of an eyebolt positioned within the tubular cross member and aligned with the top and bottom holes. With the rods driven into the ground at desired locations, adjustment of the batter board to a desired vertical location on the rods is made and the eyebolts at each end of the member are forced outwardly toward a tube end through the tightening of a nut at the eyebolt threaded end for biasing the rod against a hole side wall and thus securing the batter board the rods.

Abstract: A support is disclosed for adjustably supporting a distal end of a measuring cord relative to a ground surface. The support includes a body member having a longitudinally extending slot. A first and a second pin is slidably disposed within the first and second apertures in the body member with the first and second pins being able to be driven into the ground surface to vertically position the body member relative to the ground surface. A hook is slidably mounted within the slot for supporting the distal end of the measuring cord and for horizontally positioning the distal end of the measuring cord relative to the ground surface.

Abstract: A corner level apparatus arranged for alignment of structural components at a corner intersection includes intersecting first and second arms, wherein the arms define an acute included angle therebetween, generally at forty-five degrees. A mount projects rearwardly of the junction for securement of a spirit level arranged parallel to a top surface of the first and second arms. A modification of the invention includes support legs telescopingly and adjustably mounted relative to a bottom surface of the arms projecting downwardly therefrom for support of the level structure for use as a gauge and a securement of various structural components at the corner intersection of a dwelling, wherein the apparatus in a further refinement includes chalk lines retractably mounted within each of the arms for alignment of the arms and use of the chalk line as a gauge in structural construction.

Abstract: An adjustable foundation locating device used to position or locate forms and trenches needed for pouring concrete foundations. The device uses a horizontal member which is supported by a stake driven into the ground. The horizontal member may be moved up or down the stake until it is located at a desirable height and then secured in place by tightening a bolt threaded into a bracket attached to the horizontal member. Sleeve members may be slid back and forth along the longitudinal length of the horizontal member until they are properly located and then secured in place by tightening bolts threaded into the sleeve members. Strings may then be tied to the sleeve members and pulled taut between two devices located at opposite ends of a trench needed for a concrete foundation. The strings may then be used as guides to position or locate the trench or a concrete form needed for pouring the concrete foundation. A stabilizing member may be used to help secure the horizontal member to the stake.