This project is based on a 40x30 detached garage. This project was performed by CHF construction 2005.
Phase 1:
Grading.
In this phase, we checked the area where we had planned to place the garage. Then continued to review the elevations of the area by placing a benchmark. We considered the right height for the floor. Then, began measuring the cuts and fills in order to grade the area we needed. As a rule of thumb, you want to expand your grading area at least 5 feet beyond the foot print of the building. When grading the soil, always remember to compact the soil to an 85% min. for any footings. You can accomplish this by using a roller or a heavy machine such as a skip loader, or a loader. We used our water truck and placed water in the soil to fill the voids in the dirt.
In this phase, we checked the area where we had planned to place the garage. Then continued to review the elevations of the area by placing a benchmark. We considered the right height for the floor. Then, began measuring the cuts and fills in order to grade the area we needed. As a rule of thumb, you want to expand your grading area at least 5 feet beyond the foot print of the building.
When grading the soil, always remember to compact the soil to an 85% min. for any footings. You can accomplish this by using a roller or a heavy machine such as a skip loader, or a loader. We used our water truck and placed water in the soil to fill the voids in the dirt.
Phase 2:
Footings
After measuring the size of the slab, we began digging the footings.
Phase 3: Slab
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