Concrete Foundations & Footings
Strong foundations that support your home or building for generations
Your foundation is the most important part of any structure. It carries the entire weight of your building and protects against settling, cracking, and structural failure. At CircleRock Daly Concrete Works, we build concrete foundations and footings in Daly City that meet or exceed building codes and stand up to our local soil conditions.
Types of Foundations We Build
Different projects require different foundation types. Here are the most common:
- Slab on grade: Concrete floor poured directly on the ground, common for garages and single-story homes
- Stem wall foundations: Concrete footings with block or concrete walls, creating a crawl space
- Continuous footings: Support for load-bearing walls, distributing weight along the foundation perimeter
- Isolated footings: Individual pads supporting columns or posts
- Grade beams: Reinforced concrete beams connecting footings and providing additional support
Your architect or engineer specifies which foundation type your project needs based on the building design, soil conditions, and local codes. We execute those plans with precision and attention to detail.
Why Foundation Quality Matters
A foundation failure is expensive and dangerous. Cracks in your foundation lead to uneven floors, stuck doors, wall cracks, and water intrusion. Fixing foundation problems after construction is far more costly than doing it right the first time.
Our Foundation Process
We follow a systematic approach to ensure quality at every step. First, we excavate to the depth specified in your plans. We compact the soil and inspect for any soft spots or drainage issues. Then we build forms to the exact dimensions, install rebar according to engineering specifications, and pour high-strength concrete.
We pay special attention to anchor bolts, hold-downs, and embedments that connect the foundation to the structure above. These details matter for seismic performance and overall building strength.
Daly City Soil and Seismic Requirements
Daly City has specific challenges for foundation work. Our clay soils expand when wet and contract when dry, creating movement that foundations must accommodate. We are also in an earthquake zone, which means foundations need proper reinforcement and connection details.
We have experience working with local soil conditions and know how to design foundations that handle both seasonal moisture changes and seismic forces. This local knowledge makes a real difference in long-term performance.
If you are planning an addition, garage, or new building, foundation work often goes hand in hand with concrete slabs for floors and retaining walls for site grading. We can coordinate all these elements to keep your project moving smoothly.
Working with Architects and Engineers
Foundation work requires coordination between multiple professionals. Your architect designs the building, the structural engineer designs the foundation, and we execute the construction. We communicate with your entire team to make sure everyone is on the same page.
We also work with building inspectors to schedule required inspections at the right times. This keeps your project on schedule and ensures everything meets code requirements. You can focus on other aspects of your project while we handle the foundation details.