Concrete Foundations & Footings

Why Foundations Matter

Your foundation is literally what holds everything up. Whether you are building an addition to your home, a detached garage, a room addition, or a backyard structure, the foundation must be designed and built correctly. Poor foundation work leads to settling, cracking, and structural problems that are expensive and difficult to fix later.

We have been pouring foundations and footings for Fontana homeowners since 2024. Our work meets all local building codes and inspection requirements. We understand the soil conditions in our area and design foundations that provide stable, long-lasting support for your structure.

Types of Foundations We Install

Different projects require different foundation solutions. We install several types of foundations based on your building plans, soil conditions, and local code requirements:

• Slab-on-grade foundations for single-story additions and garages
• Stem wall foundations with a raised perimeter and interior slab
• Pier and beam foundations for elevated structures
• Strip footings supporting continuous foundation walls
• Isolated footings for posts and columns
• Grade beams connecting pier foundations

Our Foundation Installation Process

Foundation work starts long before we pour any concrete. Proper planning and preparation make the difference between a foundation that lasts and one that fails prematurely.

Engineering and Planning

We work from your building plans and engineering specifications to ensure the foundation meets structural requirements. This includes determining footing depth, width, and reinforcement needs. Local building codes and soil conditions both affect foundation design. We obtain necessary permits and schedule inspections to keep your project moving forward.

Excavation and Forming

We excavate to the depths specified in your plans, which depends on local frost line requirements and soil conditions. Footings typically extend below the frost line to prevent heaving from freeze-thaw cycles. We build forms that hold the concrete in the correct shape and ensure level, plumb walls. Proper forming takes time but produces clean, straight foundations.

Reinforcement and Pouring

Steel reinforcement adds tensile strength to concrete, which is naturally strong in compression but weak in tension. We place rebar according to engineering specifications before pouring. The concrete mix for foundations uses specific proportions designed for structural applications. We pour, vibrate to eliminate air pockets, and finish the concrete to create a solid foundation ready for your building project.

Working With Your Builder or Contractor

Foundation work is often part of a larger building project. We coordinate with your general contractor or builder to ensure the foundation is ready when framing begins. This includes setting anchor bolts at the correct locations for sill plates, installing any required hold-downs or hardware, and scheduling inspections at the right times.

If you are planning a room addition, detached garage, or accessory dwelling unit, we can also handle other concrete work like driveway extensions or walkways to connect the new structure to your existing home. Coordinating all the concrete work with one contractor saves time and ensures a consistent appearance.

Code Compliance and Inspections

Foundation work in Fontana requires building permits and inspections. The city inspector verifies that excavation depths, reinforcement, and concrete placement meet code requirements. We handle the inspection process and ensure our work passes on the first attempt.

Building codes exist for good reasons. They ensure structures are safe and built to last. We stay current with local codes and build foundations that not only meet minimum requirements but exceed them. Your investment deserves the best possible foundation work, and that is what we deliver.

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