Category: Foundations
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Post and Pier foundations in Flood Prone Areas
Post and Pier foundations are most often associated with beach or river front settings. Their main use in those areas is to provide a footing that will support the home over loose soil or sand and also to raise the home above the flood zone level. [adrotate group=”6″] Other uses of Pier and post foundations…
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Concrete Foundations – Footings
Concrete is the fastest and easiest way to form a buildings foundation. Aluminum or wood forms are used to define the shape and placement of the wall and then concrete is poured into the form and allowed to cure. Foundations have 3 basic parts: the footing, the wall and the Slab or floor. Footing specifications…
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Concrete Foundation Footings
Concrete foundations used in home and commercial construction come in many different configurations and are made up of many different parts. The four basic types of foundations used in residential construction include: Slab, Kneewall, full basements and post and pier. Each of these require some type of footing. The main reason for a foundation is…
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Concrete in residential construction
Concrete is one of the most versatile products used in construction. From the well known like foundations and walkways to the more innovative uses found in countertops and exterior siding concrete products are proving that they are cost effective, durable and worth a second look. If you are building a foundation you may order cubic…
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Steel and Wood Beams
Steel and Wood beams are used throughout homes and commercial buildings to provide proper distribution of floor and wall loads. There are a few different types of beam designs and various materials that can be used but the most important factor is matching the structural rating of the beam to the loads being supported.…