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Found 3 results for the keyword ‘Slab-On-Grade’

  • HOW DO I INSULATE SLABS ON GRADE?

    Slabs on grade are insulated from the outside, using the same techniques as exterior basement insulation and not less than 600mm (2 ft) below grade level. Extra horizontal insulation over shallow footings have permitted what we call "frost protected shallow footings". The insulation makes the f...
  • Weather Restrictions: Concrete - site mixed or delivered.

    Connect to your favourite weather forecaster and look for the following conditions:   Category: Concrete     Product: All site mixed or delivered concrete Temperature Limitations: Use above +2 C (+35 F) Rain Limitations: No rain until surface is firm -- several hours Wind Limitations:  n/a ...
  • Frost Protected Shallow Foundations -- and water pipes

    Frost Protected Shallow Foundations The foundation for a house is generally poured below the soil grade level so that the footing itself is well below the frost depth for any given region and soil type.  This protects the house from frost heaving caused by expanding soils beneath the foundation....