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Foundation Calculator

Choose a foundation type, enter the project dimensions, and get a clear preliminary estimate.

Select Foundation Type

Project Dimensions

Measurement System Length

Width

Optional Unit Rate

$/ft²

Foundation Details

Slab Thickness

Spacing

Pier Footing Size

Pier Depth / Height

Estimated Pile Depth

Foundation Wall Height

Wall Thickness

Continuous Footing Width

Footing Thickness

Estimate Results

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Preliminary planning estimate only. Final sizing must be verified for soil conditions, frost depth, structural loads, and applicable building code.

SELECTED FOUNDATION

Slab-on-Grade

Continuous concrete slab on a compacted granular base.

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Simple and efficient for flat, well-drained sites.

SELECTED FOUNDATION

Pier & Beam

Beams supported by concrete piers and individual footings.

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Useful on uneven sites or where an open service space is desired.

SELECTED FOUNDATION

Helical Pile

Steel helical piles screwed below frost depth into competent soil.

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Minimal excavation and a strong option for difficult soils or restricted access.

SELECTED FOUNDATION

Crawl Space / Form Wall

Continuous foundation wall on a full-width continuous footing — no columns.

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Good frost protection with accessible mechanical services.

Full-width continuous footing • No piers / columns

SELECTED FOUNDATION

Full Basement

Full-height foundation wall on a continuous footing with an interior slab.

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Maximum usable space, with greater excavation and cost.

Concrete Slabs and Foundations Calculator

Enter your project dimensions to calculate an estimate.

Foundation Calculator

Select Foundation Type

Project Dimensions

Foundation Details

Estimate Results