Why have a flat, level, square concrete base?
The concrete base must be square and level from front to back and from side to side, if not then the panels won’t seal together and the roof won’t fit. By square we mean all four corners are at 90 degrees, if not then there is a chance the garage won’t fit. Want to check? Then measure the two longest sides and the two shortest sides to make sure they are the same. Then measure diagonally from corner to corner. If they are the same then the base is square if there is a difference then that’s how far out of square the base is. Don’t even consider cutting corners by not having a concrete base. Concrete slabs or tarmac block paving are simply not acceptable to carry the weight of a concrete garage. We refuse to deliver and build a concrete sectional garage to a site where a concrete base is not in situ. Do I need planning permission for my base? The answer is no unless it is over 30square metres in enclosed floor area then you will need building regulations. Your local building inspector w
