Which type of foundation is better, a post tension or rebar foundation?
This depends on whom you ask. Our company believes that post tension is adequate for most soil conditions and we deal nearly exclusively with this type of design. • Pier and Beam A pier and beam foundation is a design that is independent of the ground underneath the house and is considered a very strong foundation because most of the time, the foundation is not affected by the soil. It is a very expensive foundation and should only be used if necessary or if your city requires it. Our company does design these types of foundations. Q. Can I have piers added to my post tension or rebar foundation? A. Yes, if the soils mandate the necessity or if the client would like them. Q. I dont know what kind of foundation I want, can I get someone to call me with a recommendation? A. Yes, please indicate this desire on your order form. (You can download a plan submittal form under services) . Q. What are the requirements for a Foundation Design? A.
