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Professional Installation of Shed Foundations in Virginia
Looking for a shed foundation in VA? Site Prep is a shed site prep contractor working in Virginia and nearby states. We focus on gravel shed foundations, concrete garage foundations, and shed demolition.
About Our Gravel Shed Foundations In Virginia
Most shed foundations we build in VA are crushed stone (gravel). These foundations are great for prefab sheds because they support the structure evenly and let moisture drain. This creates a strong shed base that will protect your shed for years.
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 Virginia
We build concrete foundations for garages and sheds in VA. Whether you need a small pad for one car or a large foundation for multiple cars, we can do it. Our skilled teams install foundations in VA and nearby areas. Request a free quote today to get started on your garage foundation!
Types Of Concrete Shed Foundations In Virginia
Floating Concrete Shed Pads In VA
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 VA
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 VA
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 VA
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 Virginia
We’ve installed shed bases for hundreds of satisfied customers! Here’s what a few of our recent shed foundation customers in Virginia have to say:
Excellent work
The team showed up on time and did an absolutely wonderful job.
J Lester
King George, VA
December 2, 2022
Good Job
The crew arrived on time. The work was done quickly and satisfactorily. The price was reasonable. Great job!
JAA
Springfield, VA
June 6, 2022
Great job
Very Professional job. Did exactly what they said they were going to do in a timely fashion. They even left everything looking much better than
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Very Professional job. Did exactly what they said they were going to do in a timely fashion. They even left everything looking much better than it was before.
Norman
Fredericksburg, VA
June 2, 2022
Great Work
The team was professional provided great service. I highly recommend this company.
D. Hampton
Burke, VA
April 22, 2022
Cities Where We Install Shed Pads In Virginia
We set up shed bases across most of Virginia, including major towns like Richmond, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Arlington, Alexandria, Roanoke, Newport News, and Hampton. Get a free quote to find out if we cover your area!
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 Virginia
Residential Excavation Services In VA
Site Prep is also able to provide residential excavation services in Virginia. Our team finishes everything, we do the whole process! For this service, you can expect to get site clearing, basement & footer excavation, water runoff & drainage, septic & drain field installation, concrete floors & flatwork, & lastly, the final grading. Finally, we make sure the site matches your building plan as well!
Shed Demolition In VA
Got an old shed you need to get rid of? We provide a complete set of shed demolition services in Virginia. That includes tearing your old building down, removing the debris, & making sure the site is ready for whatever comes next (e.g., a new shed foundation.) We make sure to protect our customers’ properties from damage during shed demolition, & we’re fully covered by insurance.
All the Services Site Prep Offers In Virginia
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.