Where Do Footings Go?
A Footing Is Placed Below the Frost Line Frost Line the Frost Line—Also Known as Frost Depth or Freezing Depth—Is Most Commonly the Depth to Which the...
A footing is placed below the
How far down do house footings go?
Depth of Footings
Footings should extend to a minimum depth of 12 inches below previously undisturbed soil. Footings also must extend at least 12 inches below the frost line (the depth to which the ground freezes in winter) or must be frost-protected.
Why do you need footings?
Footings are an important part of foundation construction. They are typically made of concrete with rebar reinforcement that has been poured into an excavated trench. The purpose of footings is to support the foundation and prevent settling. Footings are especially important in areas with troublesome soils.
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