July 9, 2025
Concrete Footings & Walls Located at Lawrence St., Marietta, GA

This project we completed in Marietta includes the layout, excavation, forming, reinforcing, and pouring of concrete footings and foundation walls for a residential home. All work is performed in accordance with local building codes, engineered plans, and industry best practices.
1. Footings:
Excavation:
Trenching is completed based on the approved foundation layout, with depth and width per engineering specifications (typically 16"–24" wide and 8"–12" deep depending on soil conditions and load-bearing requirements).
Formwork:
Wood or steel forms are placed to shape the footings and maintain alignment and elevation.
Reinforcement:
Rebar is installed within the footing trenches to add structural strength, typically #4 bars (½") spaced per engineering design.
Concrete Pour:
Concrete is poured to specified depth and allowed to cure. Vibrating tools may be used to remove air pockets and ensure even settling.
2. Foundation Walls:
Wall Forms:
After footing cure time, forms are set up for foundation walls—commonly 8” to 10” thick and varying heights depending on the basement or crawl space design.
Reinforcement:
Vertical and horizontal rebar is installed inside the forms to strengthen the wall and prevent cracking.
Concrete Placement:
Concrete is poured into the wall forms and consolidated using vibrators to ensure a smooth, solid structure.
Curing and Stripping:
Walls are allowed to cure (usually 24–48 hours before stripping forms, longer for full cure), after which formwork is removed.
3. Final Steps:
Waterproofing and Drainage:
After forms are stripped, foundation walls are waterproofed and drainage systems (like weeping tile) are installed as required.
Backfilling:
Excavated areas are backfilled with appropriate material once walls have reached adequate strength.
For a local concrete contractor that builds concrete walls for customers in Marietta and surrounding areas, contact Sergio Ruiz & Son, Inc today!
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Products Used
3000–4000 PSI ready-mix concrete, #4 or #5 rebar for reinforcement, Treated wood or metal forming systems, Waterproofing membranes or sprays (as required), Stone and fill for drainage/backfill

