DIY Deck Footing Services in Chicago
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Deck Footing Requirements
A properly installed concrete footing under a deck takes preparation, excavation, and more. The average homeowner may not know what materials to use or how to perform each step in the process. If the width of your footing is too wide, it may crack. If your footing is not wide enough and you place it too shallow in the ground, the footing pier may push up out of the ground due to frost heave. Deck footings should also have proper thickness and reinforcement. So, it is important to have professionals on your side helping you get your deck foundation right. At UglyDeck, we are here to help you do just that.
There are three different types of footings that are commonly used in deck design:

Concrete footing in Chicago requires not only time but also a considerable amount of muscle. Usually, an inspection is required once the hole has been dug to the proper frost level. The base of the footing that prevents uplift must also be taken into consideration, such as the creation of a flared bottom.
Slowly, concrete is slowly being replaced by Diamond Pier and Helical deck footing in Chicago as a way to support a deck. This is primarily due to the fact that labor and installation are becoming more expensive and harder to find.
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To learn more about the deck footing services we offer at UglyDeck for Chicago area homeowners, call us today at at 952.736.3308 request a free quote through our contact form.
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