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Professional Installation of Shed Foundations In New York
Here at Site Prep, we offer a full range of services to prep the location for your new shed, garage, or other structure. We specialize in gravel shed foundations and offer concrete garage foundations and shed demolition services. If you need a shed foundation in southern/eastern New York, you’re at the right place!
About Our Gravel Shed Foundations In New York
The shed foundations we build in New York are mostly crushed stone (gravel) pad foundations. A gravel shed foundation consists of compacted crushed stone surrounded by a border of pressure-treated lumber. This type of foundation is optimal for a prefabricated shed because it allows water to drain away, supports the bottom of the structure, and is relatively economical to install.
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 New York
We build concrete foundations for garages and sheds in New York. Whether you need a small pad for one car or a large foundation for several vehicles, our skilled teams work throughout New York and nearby areas. Ask for a free quote to get started on your garage foundation today!
Types Of Concrete Shed Foundations In New York
Floating Concrete Shed Pads In NY
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 NY
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 NY
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 NY
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 In New York
100s of homeowners across the Mid-Atlantic United States (including New York) have trusted us to install their shed foundations. Here’s the feedback we received from several of them:
Job Well Done!
Thank you Elmer and Mark for a job well done! You both are talented and experts in your trade. We are extremely happy and grateful
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Thank you Elmer and Mark for a job well done! You both are talented and experts in your trade. We are extremely happy and grateful for your hard work. There might be a “Rock” or two in “Rockland County” but you managed through. Thank you Site Prep.
Mike and Jessica
Rockland County, NY
October 26, 2022
Excellent Job!!
Sam & John did an amazing job installing my 12×16 gravel shed pad. Do not hesitate in calling these guys to do your next site
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Sam & John did an amazing job installing my 12×16 gravel shed pad. Do not hesitate in calling these guys to do your next site prep job. Site Prep LLC were very professional and extremely thorough in there work and can’t thank them enough for an amazing job, well done Sam & John 😁
Chris R.
Goshen, NY
March 29, 2022
Finally getting our dream shed
Very professional and courteous. I think you’re an excellent company.
Rob Genova
West Nyack, NY
December 6, 2021
Wow!
Why can’t all contractor’s be this professional! Josh and John showed up on time and immediately started work. And what teamwork, wow, no yelling over
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Why can’t all contractor’s be this professional! Josh and John showed up on time and immediately started work. And what teamwork, wow, no yelling over machines noise, unheard of, just a great teamwork, incredibly impressive. They tore down my old shed and put in a new gravel pad. They could not have been more professional and quick. I was a little concerned about the teardown as the shed sat literally on the property line and lawn damage my neighbor might incur. In addition there’s a fence, be it mine against the building……no worries they pulled the building down into my yard. Still have a fence and neighbor lawn is fine. The nicest young men. I am so pleased with the job they did! So glad I did my research because I find it hard to believe that any other company could match them. This maybe a small niche company, but that’s what I think makes so good! While I might have found someone closer and maybe cheaper (although I found their price very reasonable) work they did was outstanding! I glad I chose Siteprep and will gladly recommend to all!
CMG
Bay Shore, NY
November 23, 2021
Cities Where We Install Shed Pads In New York
We install shed bases throughout southern New York, including in the greater NYC area. We build shed foundations in Binghamton, Poughkeepsie, Rochester, Albany, Syracuse, Watertown, Staten Island, and beyond. At times, we’ve even done projects throughout Long Island! If you’d like pricing for a shed foundation in your area of NY, don’t hesitate to request a free quote!
Our Service Area Map
We offer commercial excavation across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. Our service areas include sections of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Connecticut, and West Virginia. Find out if we offer commercial excavation in your area on our service area page.
Other Site Preparation Services We Offer In New York
Residential Excavation Services In NY
Our team of experts is able to provide multiple other services, including residential excavation in New York! We do everything from start to end to ensure a seamless & stress-free process for you! The process excavation includes site clearing, basement & footer excavation, water runoff & drainage, septic & drain field installation, concrete floors & flatwork, & lastly, the final grading. We ensure that the site will match your building plan.
Shed Demolition In NY
If you need to get rid of an old shed, we can help with that too! For full-service shed demolition in New York, simply show us the building you want removed, and we’ll take care of the rest. That includes carefully dismantling your old building, removing all debris, cleaning up the site, and leaving it ready for its next use. If you are adding a new building, we can install a new foundation right away so the location will be completely ready for your new shed
All The Services Site Prep Offers in New York
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.