{"id":774,"date":"2023-06-23T06:56:23","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T06:56:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shineyhomes.com\/?p=774"},"modified":"2023-06-23T06:56:23","modified_gmt":"2023-06-23T06:56:23","slug":"do-not-dig-your-own-foundations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shineyhomes.com\/do-not-dig-your-own-foundations\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Not Dig Your Own Foundations"},"content":{"rendered":"
Digging foundations is the first step in building any structure or adding an addition. It is also the most important part of construction. A foundation that is strong and solid will ensure your addition, commercial building or house does not suffer from water damage, cracks or other problems.<\/span><\/p>\n Digging foundations is more than just laying the footings and pouring concrete. Different types of buildings, crawlspaces, and basements require different foundations. Some foundations might need to be thicker to resist moisture buildup, as well as to support the heavy structure.<\/span><\/p>\n Excavating any size or type of excavation is more difficult than you may realize. It can also be dangerous. You might not be able to manage foundation excavation, digging for footings, or any excavation or trenching work on your own. Here are some reasons you may want to hire professionals instead.<\/span><\/p>\n It might seem that a foundation’s sole purpose is to support the structure’s weight. A foundation is essential for any commercial building, home, or large shed to be able to support its weight and not sink into the ground. A foundation is more than a support structure and a solid foundation for a building.<\/span><\/p>\n This post was written by Tanner Brown. Tanner is the Owner and operator of Greenbar Excavation. Greenbar Excavation is a fully licensed, insured, and accredited Excavation company based in Prineville Oregon. Greenbar Excavation is one of the top <\/span>Foundation Excavation<\/span><\/a> companies in Central Oregon. Don’t look further, go with the company with your best interest in mind!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Digging foundations is the first step in building any structure or adding an addition. It…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":776,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat is the purpose of a foundation?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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\n<\/span>The foundation must fit the structure or project. It should be tailored to the individual wearing it. Without precise footings, a structure’s dimensions will not be accurate. Inaccuracy can lead to windows that are not in line with the structure’s dimensions. Concrete may need to be stronger and thicker in cases where soil is too dry or very moist. Stronger foundations might be required for heavy structures, such as homes with stone floors or countertops.<\/span>
\n<\/span>Why foundations fail<\/span>
\n<\/span>A foundation should be able to last decades, if possible, even forever. Foundations can fail, and foundations may eventually crack or chip. These are some common reasons foundations can fail. Make sure you avoid making these mistakes when digging foundations or having new footings pour for your structure.<\/span><\/p>\n\n