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How to Build a Foundation

A concrete foundation for a home.

Last updated September 7, 2023

Constructing the concrete base for a house to sit on is generally left to the professionals but knowing the process of how to build a foundation can help curious DIYers understand how a home stays in place.

This guide outlines the basic steps for building a foundation for a home and how to build a foundation for a garage.

Difficulty:

Advanced

Duration:

Over 1 day

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Table of Contents

  1. Types of Foundations

  2. Building the Foundation

  3. Foundation for a Garage