Professional Installation Of Shed Foundations In Newark, NJ
Discover New Jersey’s favorite shed foundation contractor serving Newark, NJ! At Site Prep we specialize in gravel shed foundations, concrete garage foundations, & we also offer shed demolition as well. Our services are available to all of New Jersey, which means we can install shed foundations in Newark, NJ & to all it’s surrounding regions! Start today & get a free quote; discover quality & durable shed foundations in Newark, NJ!
About Our Gravel Shed Foundations In Newark, NJ
The most common shed foundations in Newark, NJ, are gravel foundations. This is because gravel foundations are great for shed support; gravel foundation provides support for the entire building & help excess moisture to drain away. This results in a durable & top-quality shed foundation that sustains for many years without degrading in quality.
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 Newark, NJ
Site Prep also offers concrete foundations in Newark, NJ. Concrete foundations can be used for multiple purposes, such as Garages, pavilions, horse barns, & built-on-site-sheds. We offer multiple types of concrete garage foundations. Our service includes simple concrete pads, single-pour foundations with footers, & concrete piers. Our team is here to help & guide with the process, we assure that you get the proper foundation that fits your needs & requirements but also meets the local codes & laws as well!
Types Of Concrete Shed Foundations In Newark, NJ
Floating Concrete Shed Pads In NJ
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 NJ
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 NJ
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 NJ
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 New Jersey
We have 100s of happy customers who have purchased our shed foundations in Newark, NJ, and the surrounding area. Here’s what some of them wrote:
Gravel Shed Foundation
Excellent work. The team of Jay, Stephen and Jesus were the best! Thank you!!!
Great Job
Ritchie and Stephen did a great job.
10 stars! Dog Play Area Turf Yard
We had Site Prep install a clean, cozy, dedicated, healthy, protected, safe, and secure space for our Golden Retriever puppy (Aspen) to ensure her comfort in any weather: Dog Play Area Turf Yard.
Turf areas provide several benefits for pets: reduced exposure to harmful chemicals, allergens, and parasites found in natural grass. Promotes better hygiene and cleanliness by preventing mud, dirt, and pests from getting into the house. Enhances physical activity and mental stimulation of pets by providing a safe space for them to play and exercise … just to name a few of the advantages.
The crew is a powerhouse of talent! Not only do they have great work ethic, are polite, courteous, detail-oriented, focused, *hardworking*, and meticulous … Site Prep is undeniably committed to excellence.
Start to finish during the entire process, working with Site Prep was an outstanding experience. From visiting our home to review the work, continued communications throughout the job, preparing the area, excavating and installing the perimeter, adding the stabilization fabric and crushed stone/gravel, to adding the material and final turf product. I repeat: 10 stars! Highly recommend.
Ben, Dave, Sam, AJ, Alex, Richie, Ed, Tim: thank you for an outstanding job and for a pawsitively amazing dog play area for our Golden girl Aspen!
Wow! Amazing work
They had to deal with a lot of rocks, roots, and about 19” off leveled area for a 14×22 site. The finished product is perfect and ready for a new shed!
Service Area For Shed Site Preparation In New Jersey
Our shed site prep crews are based out of southeast PA and can serve all of New Jersey. We install shed bases in the areas around Newark, Paterson, Edison, Lakewood Township, Toms River, Trenton, Vineland, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Wantage, and beyond. In fact, we even build shed foundations around the greater NYC area! Request a free quote to see if we service your area!
Our Service Area Map
We offer commercial excavation across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. Our service areas include sections of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Connecticut, and West Virginia. Find out if we offer commercial excavation in your area on our service area page.
Other Site Preparation Services We Offer In Newark, NJ
Residential Excavation Services In Newark, NJ
Our team also provides residential excavation services in Newark, NJ. Our team starts & finishes everything; we do the whole process! For residential excavation service, you can expect to get site clearing, basement & footer excavation, water runoff & drainage, septic & drain field installation, concrete floors & flatwork, & lastly, the final grading.
Shed Demolition In Newark, NJ
Site Prep also offers shed demolition services in Newark, NJ. Show us the location of the shed you need to be removed & we will handle the rest. Full service is offered for shed demolitions, which means we do the demolition, clean up & removal of any remaining debris. All precaution is taken to protect the property & clean up thoroughly after shed demolition projects.
All The Services Site Prep Offers In Newark, NJ
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Recently Completed Shed Foundations In Newark, NJ
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.