2006-08-18 04:47:50 · 7 answers · asked by mary a 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It might not be code, but unless you want vermin wintering on your lawn chairs, it would be a good idea.
2006-08-18 04:53:33 · answer #1 · answered by davidosterberg1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It Depends on building code. What is the sg foot of the building I belive anything under 600sg ft is ok for a monolithic slab witch has a rat wall. Any thing over 600sq ft and we are talken footers and the works. If its like a 9 by 12 shed or some thing you are ok with just a slab. Just use 2x8 forms and taper the ground around the form so there is a slight hump in the midle of the slab this way you don't have to pour the hole slab 7 1/2 inches thick the midle will be like 3 to 4 inches and save you some money. Make sure you put re-bare in it though. Good luke and have fun with the pour. Also in my aera you can build a shed as big as 7 by 12 and not have to put it on a slab. Also don't forget form oil and when you skreet the concrete make shure you get it away from the out side of the forms if you don't you will see why a said this good luck.
2006-08-18 11:38:32 · answer #2 · answered by deere 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, there are other ways than a full slab to provide a foundation for an outdoor shed. Flooring options are explained at home depot in the building section as well as a free handout telling you the specifications you will need for the size and according to the weight of the items to be stored. This hand out will even tell you how much concrete you'll need if you choose to pour a full slab and how and where to put the underground piers if necessary. If you choose a slab, I would (from experience) get a licensed contractor. Do a lot of calling and asking around to get the best price, since this Will vary in a huge way. Good luck!
2016-03-16 23:39:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
looking for a price for rat wall and concrete slab for 12 x 24 shed
2016-05-16 13:36:56 · answer #4 · answered by Denise 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rat Wall
2016-10-04 01:56:15 · answer #5 · answered by hektner 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That question would be best asked of you local building inspectors. Where I live, one is not required for a shed, but is for a garage. Our frost footing depth is 42", while our rat-wall depth is 24"
2006-08-18 07:54:04 · answer #6 · answered by dzbuilder 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure of what you mean? by rat wall, assuming that you are talking about a rodent barrier and it depends on the building codes for your local area. Generally speaking no.
2006-08-18 04:56:53 · answer #7 · answered by fosplicer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋