Concrete Foundations Akron Ohio
PMC Concrete provides precision-built concrete foundations for homes, additions, garages, pole barns, and light commercial projects across Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, and the Akron–Cleveland area. From code-compliant footings to reinforced walls and slab-on-grade systems, we engineer foundations to handle Ohio’s soil conditions and freeze–thaw cycles. Our team coordinates closely with your builder, engineer, or architect to deliver accurate layout, proper frost-depth protection, and clean, timely pours that set your project up for long-term success.
Concrete Foundations Contractors Akron Ohio
As a licensed and insured contractor, PMC Concrete combines field-tested expertise with rigorous quality control to produce straight, plumb, square, and level foundations. We evaluate soils, drainage, and loads; design footing sizes and reinforcement accordingly; and set forms with laser-verified elevations for tight tolerances. Our crews use rebar schedules that match structural intent, air-entrained mixes when appropriate, proper consolidation to eliminate voids, and curing practices that build strength and durability. Whether you need basement walls with waterproofing, a monolithic slab with thickened edges, or a stem-wall foundation for an addition, we deliver predictable results and clear communication at every step.
Benefits of Concrete Foundations
A properly designed and installed foundation protects your investment from the ground up—supporting structure, controlling moisture, and maintaining performance for decades.
- Structural reliability: Correct footing width/depth and rebar placement resist settlement, heave, and lateral soil pressure.
- Code and climate readiness: Built to local code and frost-depth requirements with details that handle Northeast Ohio’s freeze–thaw cycles.
- Moisture defense: Drainage tile, dampproofing/waterproofing membranes, and capillary breaks reduce water intrusion and interior humidity.
- Energy efficiency: Optional under-slab insulation, insulated stem walls, and air sealing improve comfort and reduce energy costs.
- Accurate geometry: Laser layout and formwork deliver square corners, consistent wall thickness, and level bearing surfaces for faster framing.
- Longevity and low maintenance: Quality materials and curing reduce cracking, honeycombing, and surface dusting—cutting future repair costs.
- Resale confidence: Documented, professional foundation work improves inspections and buyer assurance.
Concrete Foundation Install Process
Our process is engineered for accuracy and durability—tight layout, clean excavation, proper reinforcement, and disciplined curing.
- Preconstruction and layout: Review plans, loads, and elevations; coordinate with survey control; mark footing lines and utilities.
- Excavation and base prep: Excavate to plan; proof-roll and level; place and compact granular base where specified; confirm frost-depth compliance.
- Footings: Set forms; place rebar and dowels per schedule; pour concrete, vibrate for consolidation, and finish keyways; set anchor locations for steps or piers.
- Foundation walls or stem walls: Install forms with bracing; place vertical/horizontal rebar; pour walls, consolidate to eliminate voids; check plumb/straightness.
- Waterproofing and drainage: Apply dampproofing or waterproofing membrane; install footing drains/tiles with filter fabric and gravel; add insulation as specified.
- Backfill and protection: Backfill in lifts after achieving required strength; protect walls from impact and ensure proper grading away from the structure.
- Slab-on-grade or basement slab: Prepare subbase, vapor barrier, and insulation as specified; place reinforcement (fiber/mesh/rebar); pour, saw-cut control joints, cure, and seal; rough-in for radon or utilities where required.
- Finalization and handoff: Set anchor bolts/straps for sill plates; verify elevations; provide as-built notes, care guidance, and warranty details; coordinate inspections.
Why Choose PMC for Your Concrete Foundation?
Would you like to learn more about our concrete foundation replacements and installations? Call 330-248-0762 for more information.
Some of Our Concrete Foundation Projects
Take a look at some of our concrete foundations projects done by our fine team!
