Concrete Foundations & Footings
Strong, properly engineered foundations that support your buildings and structures for generations.
Why Your Foundation Matters
Your building's foundation is literally what everything else rests on. A properly designed and installed foundation distributes the weight of your structure evenly, prevents settling, and protects against moisture and structural movement. In Franklin, TN, where we deal with expansive clay soils and varying moisture levels throughout the year, foundation work requires specific knowledge and careful execution to ensure long-term stability.
Whether you're adding a room to your home, building a detached garage, constructing a workshop, or putting up a pole barn, the foundation determines how well that structure performs over time. Cutting corners on foundation work leads to expensive problems down the road: cracked walls, sticking doors, uneven floors, and structural damage. We approach every foundation project with the understanding that our work today supports your investment for decades to come.
Types of Foundations We Install
Different buildings require different foundation types. We work with engineers and builders throughout Williamson County to install foundations that meet structural requirements and local building codes. Our experience includes residential additions, detached structures, commercial buildings, and agricultural facilities.
Foundation and Footing Options
- Slab-on-grade foundations: Single-pour foundations combining floor and foundation in one
- Crawl space foundations: Perimeter footings and walls with ventilated space underneath
- Basement foundations: Full-depth walls and footings for underground living or storage space
- Pier and beam foundations: Concrete piers supporting beam structures for uneven terrain
- Strip footings: Continuous concrete footings under load-bearing walls
- Grade beams: Reinforced beams connecting isolated footings or piers
Our Foundation Installation Process
Foundation work starts with careful site evaluation and planning. We review engineering plans and soil conditions to determine the appropriate depth, width, and reinforcement for your footings. In many Franklin area properties, we excavate below the frost line to prevent heaving and ensure stable support. We also evaluate drainage patterns and incorporate solutions to direct water away from the foundation.
During excavation, we create forms that hold the concrete in the precise shape and dimensions specified in the plans. We install reinforcement steel according to engineering requirements, ensuring the foundation can handle both vertical loads and lateral forces. For foundations that will support heavy structures or deal with challenging soil conditions, we use additional reinforcement and may incorporate techniques like deeper footings or soil stabilization.
The concrete pour itself requires careful planning and execution. We use concrete mixes appropriate for foundation work, with proper strength and additives for durability. After pouring, we ensure proper consolidation to eliminate air pockets and achieve full contact with the reinforcement. Proper curing is essential for foundations, so we take steps to maintain adequate moisture and temperature during the curing period. This attention to detail creates strong, reliable foundations that meet or exceed structural requirements.
Working With Your Builder
We coordinate closely with builders, architects, and engineers to ensure foundation work integrates smoothly with the rest of your project. We understand construction schedules and work efficiently to keep projects on track. Our team is familiar with local building inspections and makes sure all work meets code requirements. If you're planning a project that needs a solid foundation, we're ready to discuss how our concrete expertise can support your building goals.