Concrete Foundations & Footings
Solid foundations that support your structures safely and reliably for decades.
Your foundation is the most important part of any structure. It carries the weight of your building and transfers that load safely into the ground. A well-built concrete foundation prevents settling, cracking, and structural failure. A poorly built one causes problems that get worse over time and cost thousands to fix.
We install concrete foundations and footings for homes, additions, garages, sheds, and commercial buildings throughout Martinez, CA. Our team follows engineering specifications, local building codes, and best practices to deliver foundations that perform reliably for the life of your structure. We handle excavation, forming, reinforcement, pouring, and finishing so you get a solid base that keeps your building safe and level.
Types of Concrete Foundations and Footings
Different structures need different types of foundations. The right choice depends on your building size, soil conditions, local codes, and budget. We help you understand your options and recommend the foundation type that fits your project.
Foundation Types We Install:
- Slab-on-grade foundations for homes and garages
- Stem wall foundations with perimeter footings
- Pier and beam foundations for elevated structures
- Strip footings for walls and retaining structures
- Isolated footings for columns and posts
- Grade beam foundations for hillside or challenging sites
We work with engineers, architects, and inspectors to make sure your foundation meets all requirements. If your project needs engineered plans, we follow them exactly. If you need help getting plans, we can recommend qualified professionals.
Why Foundation Quality Matters
A foundation is not something you can easily fix later. Once your building is up, you are committed to the foundation underneath it. That is why it is critical to get it right the first time. Proper depth, adequate reinforcement, correct concrete mix, and good drainage all play essential roles in long-term performance.
We dig to the required depth, install reinforcement according to specs, use the right concrete strength, and make sure water drains away from the foundation. We also pay attention to details like anchor bolts, hold-downs, and embedments that connect your foundation to the structure above. These steps take time and skill, but they prevent expensive problems down the road.
Foundations Built for Martinez Soil and Climate
Soil conditions vary across Martinez and the surrounding area. Some properties have stable, compacted soil. Others have clay, expansive soil, or fill that requires extra attention. We know how to evaluate your site and adjust the foundation design to match the conditions we find.
We have worked on foundation projects throughout Martinez, from flat lots to sloped sites, and we understand what it takes to build foundations that last. If you are planning a new home, addition, garage, or accessory building, we can handle the foundation work from start to finish. Learn more about our concrete services in Martinez, or explore our slab and flatwork installation for simpler foundation needs.