... all footings have some type of reinforcing bars required by design. Again these bars will be called out on the plans and must be followed. Typically two number five bars continuous means that two bars five eighths of an inch thick will run continuously through all footings. Bars will be lapped over each other at the ends by 32 diameters and ... footings mean cracked foundation walls at least and failure at the worst. If you are having the work done for you take the time to measure the forms before the contractor pours the concrete. Ask to see the concrete delivery ticket to assure the proper strength concrete was used. Better yet, check the ticket before they pour. Truck drivers are used to ...
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