Concrete Slab & Foundation Work
Strong foundations built right the first time for your home or building project.
Why Foundation Work Matters
Your foundation is literally what everything else sits on. Whether you are building a new home, adding a garage, or putting up a shed, the quality of your foundation slab determines how well the structure performs for decades to come. A poorly built foundation leads to cracks, settling, drainage problems, and expensive repairs down the road.
We have been pouring foundation slabs in Cedar Hill, TX since 2024, and we understand the soil conditions and building requirements in our area. The clay-rich soil here expands when wet and contracts when dry, which puts stress on foundations. That is why proper site preparation and engineering matter so much. We do not cut corners because we know what happens when foundations are done wrong.
Types of Concrete Slabs We Build
Different projects need different foundation approaches. Here are the main types of concrete slabs we install:
- Slab-on-grade foundations - The most common type for residential homes in Texas, poured directly on the ground
- Post-tension slabs - Uses steel cables under tension to resist cracking in expansive soils
- Monolithic slabs - Foundation and floor poured in one piece, faster and more economical
- Stem wall foundations - Concrete block or poured walls on a footing, with a slab poured inside
- Garage and shop slabs - Thicker and reinforced to handle vehicle weight and equipment loads
The Site Preparation Process
Foundation work starts long before we pour any concrete. First, we evaluate your soil conditions. In Cedar Hill, that often means dealing with expansive clay that moves with moisture changes. We excavate to the proper depth, removing unsuitable soil and sometimes bringing in engineered fill. The goal is a stable base that will not shift or settle unevenly.
Next comes grading and compaction. We make sure water drains away from the building, compact the soil to specification, and add a gravel base when needed. Proper compaction prevents settling later. We also install any necessary plumbing that goes under the slab at this stage, because you cannot fix it easily once the concrete is poured.
Reinforcement and Engineering
Modern foundation slabs use reinforcement to handle stress and resist cracking. This might be rebar, wire mesh, or post-tension cables, depending on the project and soil conditions. For residential foundations in our area, post-tension slabs are common because they handle soil movement better than conventional reinforcement.
We work with structural engineers when needed to make sure your foundation meets building codes and handles the specific loads your structure will place on it. A commercial building or heavy equipment shop needs more robust engineering than a typical home. Getting this right from the start prevents problems that would cost thousands to fix later.
The Pour and Finishing
When everything is ready, we schedule the concrete delivery and assemble our crew. Foundation pours often involve large volumes of concrete that need to be placed quickly and accurately. We use the right concrete mix for the application, with proper strength and slump specifications.
Our team spreads, levels, and finishes the concrete while it is still workable. For slabs that will be covered with flooring, we create a relatively smooth finish. For garage floors or exposed slabs, we add texture for traction. After finishing, proper curing is critical. We keep the concrete moist and protected while it gains strength over the first week.
Common Foundation Problems We Prevent
By doing foundation work correctly from the start, we help you avoid common problems like differential settlement where one part of the slab sinks more than another, creating uneven floors and cracked walls. Poor drainage that lets water accumulate under the slab, causing soil erosion and movement. Inadequate reinforcement that leads to cracking. And plumbing issues from improperly installed under-slab pipes.
These problems are expensive to fix after the fact. Foundation repair can cost tens of thousands of dollars. That is why investing in quality foundation work from the beginning makes sense. We focus on proper preparation and execution so your foundation performs as it should for the life of your building.