Concrete Slab & Foundation Work

Your foundation literally supports everything built on top of it. A properly constructed concrete slab provides the stable base your home or building needs to stand strong for generations. Poor foundation work leads to cracks, settling, and structural problems that cost thousands to repair. Getting it right from the start saves money and prevents headaches down the road.

We specialize in residential and commercial foundation work throughout Jensen Beach and surrounding areas. From new home construction to garage slabs and building additions, we handle projects of all sizes. Our experience with local soil conditions and building codes ensures your foundation meets all requirements and performs as expected. Proper site preparation and concrete placement techniques make the difference between a foundation that lasts and one that fails prematurely.

Foundation work requires precision and expertise you cannot afford to compromise. We follow engineering specifications exactly, use proper reinforcement, and ensure correct concrete mix designs for your specific application. Our team understands load requirements, drainage needs, and soil bearing capacities. This technical knowledge combined with skilled craftsmanship delivers foundations you can trust. Whether you need a simple shed pad or a complex commercial foundation, we bring the same attention to detail and commitment to quality.

The process starts with thorough site evaluation and soil testing when needed. We examine drainage patterns, check for underground utilities, and assess soil stability. Proper preparation includes excavation, grading, and compacting the base material. We install vapor barriers, position reinforcement steel, and plan for plumbing and electrical penetrations. The concrete pour happens on schedule with careful attention to proper placement and finishing. Contact us to discuss your foundation project.

The ground beneath your slab determines how well your foundation performs. Soft or unstable soil leads to settling and cracking no matter how good the concrete work. We start every project by evaluating soil conditions and preparing the site correctly. This means removing unsuitable material, compacting fill properly, and creating a stable base that will not compress over time.

Drainage planning prevents water problems that undermine foundations. We grade the site to direct water away from the building and install proper drainage systems when needed. Moisture barriers under the slab stop ground moisture from wicking up through concrete. These preventive measures protect your foundation and the building above it from water damage. Proper compaction of base material creates uniform support across the entire slab area. We use mechanical compactors and check density to ensure the base meets specifications. Uneven compaction leads to differential settling where some areas sink more than others. This causes cracks and structural stress. Taking time to compact properly prevents these problems.

Formwork must be level, square, and properly braced to hold concrete in place during the pour. We use laser levels and precise measurements to ensure correct dimensions and elevations. Forms stay in position until concrete gains enough strength. This attention to detail during setup shows in the finished foundation. Rushing this phase or cutting corners creates problems that become permanent once concrete hardens. We also coordinate with other trades for plumbing and electrical rough-ins before pouring concrete. Proper planning prevents costly core drilling later. Check out our approach to commercial concrete projects for larger foundations.