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Footings
Footings are one of the most critical parts of any structure, yet they are often one of the most overlooked. Your home's foundation rests on the footings, so they're pretty important!
The footing transfers the structure's load to the ground, and if it is not designed correctly, the entire structure can be at risk.
What Are Footings?
Footings are the foundation of your home. They support the weight of your house and keep it level. A footing is the foundation's bottom or the wall's lower part. It provides support for the foundation and helps to spread the weight of the building over a larger area. The footing also helps to keep the foundation from settling into the ground.
Why are footings essential?
Footings are vital because they support the weight of your house and keep it level. Without footings, your home would sink into the ground.
How deep do footings need to be?
Footings need to be at least 18 inches (45 cm) deep. The depth of the footing is crucial because it must be deep enough so that it does not freeze in the winter.
What makes concrete footings and foundations different?
A footing is the part of the foundation that supports the weight of the house. The foundation is the whole system that supports the house, including the footings, walls, and roof.
How are footings in Melbourne made?
Footings are made of concrete, rebar, and gravel. They are poured into forms placed around your home's perimeter.
Types of Footings
Poured concrete footings
There are many different types of footings, but the most common type is the poured concrete footing. The poured concrete footing is made by pouring concrete into a mould that is the shape of the footing. The concrete is then allowed to cure or harden before the foundation or wall is built on top of it.
Precast concrete footings
The precast concrete footing is made by pouring concrete into a mould that is the shape of the footing and then allowing the concrete to cure.
Brick footings
The brick footing is made by laying bricks on top of a bed of mortar. The block footing is created by laying concrete blocks on top of a bed of mortar.
Strip footings
Strip footings are typically used for load-bearing walls and are placed along the perimeter of the foundation. They are usually made of concrete and are reinforced with steel rebar.
Spread footings
Spread footings are typically used for columns and other support structures.
Pier footings
Pier footings are typically used to support structures built on sloped or uneven ground.
No matter what type of footing you need, Cemex Concrete Company can ensure that your footings are correctly installed. Footings are critical to any structure, so don't take any chances – make sure they're done right!
Factors affecting Concrete Footings in Melbourne
There are many factors to consider when designing footings, including the soil conditions and type, the weight of the structure, the height of the structure, and the wind load.
Soil type
The soil type is essential to consider because different soils have different load-bearing capacities. For example, sand has a much lower load-bearing capacity than clay.
This means that a footing must be designed differently if it is being placed on sand then if it is being placed on clay. For example, a home with a basement will need different footings than a home built on concrete slabs.
Weight of structure
A heavier structure will require a more significant footing than a lighter structure. This is because the footing must be able to support the entire weight of the structure and any additional loads that may be placed on it, such as wind or snow.
The height of the structure
A taller structure will require a deeper footing than a shorter structure. This is because the taller structure will have a more significant wind load, which the footing must support.
When designing footings, Cemex Concrete Company considers all of these factors in order to create a footing that is strong enough to support the entire structure. We are great at using properly designed footings to provide a stable foundation for any structure.
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At CEMEX, we are committed to creating lasting solutions to ensure excellence through all stages of the concreting process.
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Top Quality Footings in Melbourne
Footings are the foundation of any structure. With proper footings, your structure could avoid settling, cracking, or even collapsing. That's why it's so important to ensure your footings are up to code and up to supporting your home or other structure.
For instance, at Cemex, we usually pour footings before the foundation or wall is built. This allows the footing to cure before the weight of the foundation or wall is added. It is vital that the footing is level so that the foundation or wall is level.
If you need some footing work done or have problems with your footing, we can help you determine the cause of any issue and implement the perfect solutions.
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