Professional Installation Of Shed Foundations In Reading, PA
Site Prep is the preferred shed foundation builder in Reading, PA! We’re experts in gravel shed foundations, concrete garage foundations, & shed demolition. We’re based in PA, which means we can install shed foundations in Reading, PA & most of the surrounding regions! Start your journey today, get a free quote & discover quality shed foundations in Reading, PA!
About Our Gravel Shed Foundations In Reading, PA
Our gravel shed foundations are the most common type of shed foundations we build in Reading, PA. The gravel foundations are ideal for sheds as they provide support for the whole structure & help any excess moisture to drain away. Our gravel shed foundations provide a strong & quality shed base that is durable & protects your shed in all seasons!
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 Reading, PA
We offer installation of concrete foundations in Reading, PA. Our concrete foundations can be used for garages, pavilions, horse barns, & built-on-site-sheds. We can install several different types of concrete garage foundations. The service includes simple concrete pads, single-pour foundations with footers, foundations with concrete block footers, & concrete piers. We’re here to help & guide you to install a concrete foundation that fits your needs & requirements along with meeting local codes & laws.
Types Of Concrete Shed Foundations In Reading, PA
Floating Concrete Shed Pads In PA
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 PA
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 PA
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 PA
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
We’ve installed shed bases for hundreds of happy clients! See for yourself what a few of lovely customers in Pennsylvania have to say:
She’d Prep
Site Prep guys were great! Did a very good job site looks wonderful. Very happy with the work done Would recommend
gazebo pad
met with Ritchie this morning, walked through the layout for the gazebo and made some positioning adjustments. very pleased with the work completed.
Shed foundation
Great Job!
Service Area For Shed Site Preparation In Reading
At Site Prep we offer our services in most of Pennsylvania! Some of the areas included in our service zone are Philadelphia, Allentown, Norristown, Bethlehem, Reading, Lancaster, Harrisburg, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Easton, & King of Prussia. We have also completed projects for clients as far as State College & beyond! Get a free quote today & discover if we service your area.
Other Site Preparation Services We Offer In Reading, PA
Residential Excavation Services In Reading, PA
Our team also provides residential excavation services in Reading, PA. 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 Reading, PA
If you need shed demolition services in Reading, PA, we can do that as well! Just show us the building you need to be removed & we'll do the rest. We do the full service, including demolition, clean-up, & removal of debris. We take precautions to protect the surrounding property & clean up thoroughly after shed demolition projects.
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Recently Completed Shed Foundations In Reading, PA
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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.