If you’re planning on adding a backyard shed or outbuilding to your property before construction of your new building begins, you’ll want to have a sturdy base to build upon. For the majority of backyard sheds and smaller outbuildings, this means pouring a concrete pad so your new building has a sturdy foundation that will last for years. At Liberty Works Concrete, our family-owned, licensed, and insured concrete business has decades of combined experience helping people with concrete jobs of all sizes and budgets. We’ll take a closer look at our concrete pad building services and how we can help you build a sturdy foundation for your new backyard shed or outbuilding!
Why Concrete Pads Are Important for Shed or Outbuilding Projects
While it is common for sheds to be built on bare ground, gravel, or compacted dirt to save money on construction costs upfront, over the long term, these shortcuts can cost you far more. A well-built concrete pad will give your new shed or outbuilding several structural benefits that will maximize its life, including:
- Stable structural support
- Resistance to shifting soil
- Improved moisture control
- Less risk of uneven settling
- Strong anchoring for wind resistance
Investing in a concrete pad as a base for your new shed will maximize its lifespan and prevent costly damage commonly seen in buildings without concrete pads or foundations.
Addressing Drainage Concerns With Concrete Pads
Another common concern when building a new shed is drainage. Before a concrete pad is ever poured, the team at Liberty Works Concrete will evaluate your build site to determine if any grading will be necessary to direct water away from your new building. Without proper drainage and grading, even the strongest concrete pads will have a greatly reduced lifespan, which can threaten the structural integrity of your new garage. Luckily, before every concrete pad project begins, our team will assess the drainage and grading of the land you are building on to ensure that your concrete pad and the building placed upon it will last for as long as possible.
Frost Depth Requirements for Concrete Pads
In Michigan, one of the most destructive forces to concrete pads, foundations, and basements is frost. As water freezes and thaws in cracks, it expands, exerting significant pressure on concrete, which can lead to structural damage and shorten your concrete’s lifespan. Placing footings and other structural components of your new concrete pad below the frost line prevents water from freezing and thawing, which can damage your shed or outbuilding, and maximizes its lifespan.
Protect Your New Shed or Outbuilding With a Strong Base From Liberty Works Concrete
If you’re looking to have a new shed, outbuilding, or other structure built on your property, investing in a well-built concrete pad is one of the best ways you can maximize your investment. At Liberty Works Concrete, our team has decades of experience constructing concrete pads for a wide range of projects, including backyard sheds and outbuildings. To get an estimate of the cost to pour a concrete pad for your project, give our team a call today.
Get a Free Estimate on a New Concrete Pad Today
To get an estimate for a new concrete pad for your backyard project, call our team at Liberty Works Concrete today at (586) 227-7446. Our family looks forward to working with yours on your new shed or outbuilding project!
