Professional Installation of Shed Foundations In Michigan
Site Prep is a shed foundation contractor serving Michigan. We specialize in gravel foundations for sheds, prefab garages, and other portable buildings. Additionally, our experts offer services including concrete foundations, swingset bases, excavation, demotion, and more. If you’re looking for shed site preparation in MI, you’ve come to the right place!
About Our Gravel Shed Foundations In Michigan
The majority of the shed foundations we build in MI are crushed stone foundations (also known as gravel foundations.) These gravel pads work well for prefab sheds because they provide strong structural support while helping to drain the area around the shed. While they are the best option for portable and prefab buildings, if you are looking for foundation for a larger structure, check out our concrete foundation options.
Step 1
Topsoil is removed, and the ground below is compacted.
Step 2
A pressure-treated lumber perimeter is built and staked.
Step 3
A construction-grade stabilization fabric is installed over the dirt.
Step 4
3/4″ clean crushed stone is added (minimum 4″) and compacted.
About Concrete Shed Foundations In Michigan
We build concrete foundations for garages and sheds in Michigan. Whether you need a small pad for one car or a larger one for multiple vehicles, we can help. Our experienced teams work throughout Michigan and nearby areas. Start your garage foundation project today by requesting a free quote!
Types Of Concrete Shed Foundations In Michigan
Floating Concrete Shed Pads In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Ground Leveled With Skid Loader
- 4″ to 5” Clean Stone under Concrete Pad
- 4” Thick Concrete (3500 PSI)
Floating Concrete Shed Foundations In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Excavation for Foundation
- 4’’ Thick Concrete Floor (3500 PSI)
- Saw Cut Control Joints to Minimize Cracking
- Fiber Mesh OR Wire Mesh in Floor
- 6-Mil Moisture Barrier
- 4’’ to 5” of Clean Stone Prepped for Concrete
- 12” Deep by 10″ Wide Footer
Monolithic Concrete Foundations In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Excavation for Foundation
- 4’’ Thick Concrete Floor (3500 PSI)
- Saw Cut Control Joints to Minimize Cracking
- Fiber Mesh OR Wire Mesh in Floor
- 6-Mil Moisture Barrier
- 4’’ to 5” of Clean Stone Prepped for Concrete
- 36” Deep by 10″ Wide Concrete Frost Wall
Block Shed Foundations In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Excavation for Foundation
- 4’’ Thick Concrete Floor (3500 PSI)
- Saw Cut Control Joints to Minimize Cracking
- Fiber Mesh OR Wire Mesh in Floor
- 6-Mil Moisture Barrier
- 4’’ to 5” of Clean Stone Prepped for Concrete
- 8’’ Masonry Block Used to Build up to Required Height
- Concrete Footer, 8” Deep x 20” Wide to Required Frost Depth with #4 Rebar
Reviews From Past Shed Foundations In Michigan
We’ve built shed foundations in Michigan and nearby areas for hundreds of happy clients. Here’s what some of them had to say:
Amazing work!
She’d pad
Gravel Pad for Shed
Awesome Job!
Cities Where We Install Shed Pads In Michigan
With teams in southern PA and central VA, we can offer shed foundation services across Michigan. We build shed bases in places like Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint, Dearborn, Livonia, and Westland. Contact us for a free quote to see if we cover your area!
Other Site Preparation Services We Offer In Michigan
Concrete Garage Foundations In MI
Need a foundation for your garage or other outbuildings? Site Prep also offers concrete garage foundations in eastern MI. Depending on the type of structure you’re building, we can recommend a particular concrete foundation type, including concrete piers, a single-pour foundation with footers, concrete block footers, or a simple floating pad. Give us the details on your project and we’ll give a personalized recommendation for a concrete foundation!
Shed Demolition In MI
Ready to upgrade your property? We can take care of removing that old building you no longer need! Site Prep offers a full range of shed demolition services in Michigan. Simply point out the shed you need to be removed, and we’ll do the rest! Our crews are trained to carefully demolish your old shed or outbuilding and remove the debris while protecting the rest of your property. Once the site is cleared, our team will be able to help you install a new shed foundation!
Recently Completed Shed Foundations
FAQs
Yes, those terms can be used interchangeably. Our pads are built with crushed stone but are often referred to as “gravel” shed foundations, so we often refer to them that way as well.
Yes, there are. However, we recommend gravel shed foundations due to their combination of affordability, durability, and ease of installation.
In some cases, local ordinances may require that gravel shed foundations be modified with frost-proof footings such as shed foundation piers. For even more foundation types, check out our comparison of the top 13 shed foundation options here.
Not technically. Gravel actually refers to round river stone, which is not suitable for a foundation. Our shed foundations are built with crushed stone. Crushed stone is ideal for a shed foundation because its uneven shape allows it to be tightly compacted into a firm base while still allowing water to drain away from the shed.
However, many people refer to crushed stone as “gravel”, so we often do too!
Absolutely! There are two primary ways of building a shed foundation on uneven ground:
- Building up – This involves building a retaining wall of pressure-treated lumber and bringing the shed foundation up to level. You can see an example of a built-up shed foundation here.
- Digging out – This involves excavating into the slope and then building a retaining wall of pressure-treated lumber to protect the shed. You can see an example of a dug-out shed foundation here.
- You can also use a combination of building up and digging out to place the foundation at a specific height. This is especially useful if the doors will be on the side of the shed. You can see an example of a combination shed foundation here.
Alternatively, some types of sheds and other buildings can be supported with concrete piers built up from a slope, such as in this example.
We don’t recommend installing your shed on blocks as this can create problems for your building down the road. Potential issues include:
- Floor joists are supported unevenly.
- Possible settling over time.
- Binding windows and doors.
- Space for critters to get under the shed.
In fact, many shed companies now require that their buildings be placed on a gravel shed foundation in order for their warranty to stand.
This article explains why shed foundation blocks are a bad idea in more detail.
Yes, gravel tends to be cheaper than concrete.