How Do You Calculate Yards Of Concrete For A Foundation?
Concrete is the most commonly used material for foundation construction today, and the two main types (stem wall and slab-on-grade) can be used in just about any situation. It may seem that calculating the amount of concrete for a foundation would be a difficult task, but the right instructions can make it an easy one that can be completed by just about anyone with a calculator. Measure the total length of the wall using your architect scale set at the corresponding scale factor indicated on the building plan sheet. Multiply the footing height by its width to find the cross sectional footing area. These dimensions will be noted on the plan sheet near the footing itself. It may be easier to calculate in inches, then convert to square feet by dividing the product by 144 (number of inches in a square foot). Repeat this process for the area of the wall above. Add the products from Step 2 together to find the total cross sectional area of the foundation. You may have to break the wall up in
