Do monolithic slabs have footers?

• <div><p>All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.</p></div>

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Peter built the home I currently live in 27 years ago. He framed it, roofed it, and sided it making the structure weather tight. I cant begin to tell you how easy he made the process of building a home. There isnt a carpentry project at my home that has been done by anyone other than Pete. His...
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Reviewed in May 2023
Chris and the Thor team did an outstanding job on a complex roof job. They built protective structures over our air conditioners, pool filter, and hot tub. They protected the pool cover also. We were on vacation while the work was done and the only thing we noticed when we returned was a...
Thor Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Adam was prompt and knowledgeable. He came out to inspect an outbuilding on our property that we had questions about the structure and possible load baring walls. We have a lot of projects we want to do, and will definitely be using him in the future. Itâ s worth the money 1000 times over for a...
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Reviewed in September 2022
Great job. Very happy with the results. Brick stairs are over 100 years old and they did a great job of repairing the stairs with new materials while respecting the old original structure. Very quick and very nice to work with.
Arnold's Masonry and Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
The deck trim and the stair sides were covered with azek. The floors and stairs were replaced with Trex. The deck foundation was strengthened. They covered the foundation 4x4 posts and supporting beam with azek trim which looks very neat and the structure stands out well in the backyard. Brain...
Villwell Builders 2 LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
I hired the team to do some structural engineering work on my home. The reports they presented were detailed and thorough. I was very pleased and highly recommend them.
Ilya Engineering
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Reviewed in December 2018
I started this project three years ago and searched for over a year for the right contractor to take on the construction. The house was in serious need of renovation and repairs. Immediately after meeting Brian Quinn from Stonebridge Craftsmen, I knew they were the right contractors for the job....
STONEBRIDGE CRAFTSMEN LLC
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Reviewed in July 2017
I requested for Better Built Basements to come out and provide an estimate for work I wanted to have done. They showed up exactly on time, provided me with some information about their company, and were extremely professional and courteous. They determined that the type of structural work I was...
Better Built Basements LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
W. R. Ruggiero & Sons -- Mr. Ruggiero Senior was the supervisor of the project and the sons were the workers. The work included Dry wall and textured paint in Garage, Custom Trim design & installation of engineered wood flooring in Living and Dining rooms. painting the rooms, wallpaper repair...
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Taddonio Engineering, LLC

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"In renovating our beach cottage in Warwick, RI we found the roof needed structural work. Building inspector required a structural engineered plan. Adam was easy to communicate with. He was timely with his plan and follow up inspection. He was also available by text and phone for questions during the project. He was great to work with!"

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"He matched the old paint. He did a good job, he was clean, and very fast. When he left, it was cleaner than when he came in to start the job. I was very satisfied. The price was good."

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Mehyarco Engineering & Construction is a New Jersey-based home improvement and construction company specializing in residential renovations, structural repairs, and complex on-site construction solutions.\n\nUnlike typical contractors, our company is led by a New Jersey licensed Professional Engineer, allowing us to make informed engineering decisions directly in the field when conditions change or unforeseen issues arise.\n\nWe focus on quality workmanship, code-compliant construction, and practical solutions for homeowners, investors, and property managers.\n\nServices include kitchens, bathrooms, basements, structural modifications, framing, repairs, and permit-driven construction support.

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"A very professional firm. Louis was prompt with all appointments and had a great way of explaining the details of a job in terms that the average person could understand. Would highly recommend LPR to anyone seeking their services. I will definitely use them again when needed."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

A structural engineer evaluates any structural components, like floors, foundations, walls, and roofs, to ensure they can support the structure. They also consider the soil quality in your area, potentially extreme weather conditions, and proximity to bodies of water and groundwater to ensure your building can withstand any stresses placed on it by the surrounding environment. Structural engineers work on both new and existing buildings.

A few hours for inspection, with a detailed report following in a week.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

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