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Isolated footings, sometimes called “pads”, are isolated from other footings and are typically used for the support of load bearing posts or columns. They are often placed outside the main structure, such as to support a roof overhang, but can also be located at the interior for the support of post or column point loads. […]
Monolithic footings are called “monolithic” or “mono” because the concrete is placed monolithically, or at the same time, as the slab. A monolithic footing is often simply a ‘thickened edge’, or deeper area of concrete around the perimeter of a concrete slab on grade. There are no physical joints or separations between the footing and […]
A floor structure supports the weight of the occupants, furniture and other items. Floor structures in single family homes are most often constructed with concrete or wood. Larger buildings such as condominiums and commercial structures often use concrete or steel. Floor structures are often covered or enclosed by interior finishes, such as carpet on top […]
