All foundations have to have footings

From: Dale

I'm starting a 2000 ft remodel in NM. It seems all the houses here just set on a slab without a poured concrete footing just sitting flat on the ground is this a good idea?
Dale

Hi Dale,
It may look as if there is no footing, but all foundations have to have footings... Read more

Here are the three types of "slab" foundations. Images Courtesy of ConcreteNetwork.com


Frost Protected


Poured Slab


Slab-on-grade foundation


T-Shaped