Concrete Slab Foundations Done Right

Concrete slab pricing is calculated per square foot and depends on slab thickness, rebar specification, and site prep complexity. A standard finished pour with rebar grid, vapor barrier, and 4-inch thickness is the baseline. Thicker slabs (garages, additions designed to support a future second story) cost more. We measure on-site and provide an itemized estimate based on the actual scope.

Permits are required for any slab that's part of a habitable structure (additions, garages, outbuildings over 100 sq ft). Pure patio slabs without coverings usually don't need permits but it depends on your municipality. We pull required permits as part of the job and itemize the cost.

Concrete reaches roughly 70% of its design strength in 7 days and full strength in 28 days. For load-bearing work like a garage frame or addition walls, we recommend at least 7 days of curing before framing. We'll specify the cure window for your specific project.

All concrete cracks — that's why we install control joints at proper spacing and use a reinforced rebar grid that keeps cracks tight and structurally insignificant. A correctly poured, jointed, and reinforced slab will develop hairline cracks at the joints, which is normal and intended. Random uncontrolled cracking points to a poor base, insufficient reinforcement, or improper curing.