A Slab That Holds What You Put on It

You are putting up a metal building for storage, a workshop, or a garage, and the first thing you need is a foundation that will not settle, crack, or shift under the weight. In Shreveport, many of these buildings go up on rural or semi-rural properties where soil conditions vary and drainage needs attention before any concrete is poured. A properly built slab keeps the structure level, prevents moisture from coming up through the floor, and supports equipment or vehicle loads without developing low spots or cracks over time.

Shreveport Concrete & Patios installs concrete slab foundations for residential metal buildings, shops, and garages throughout Shreveport and surrounding communities. Each foundation is engineered to support structural loads and equipment weight, with site prep that addresses local soil movement and drainage issues. The work includes excavation, base compaction, reinforcement placement, and finishing to create a slab built for long-term use. Foundations for metal buildings are common in areas where homeowners need secure, dry storage or workspace that will hold up under daily use.

Reach out to schedule an on-site assessment and confirm the correct slab size and thickness for your building project in Shreveport.

The process starts with clearing and grading the site to remove topsoil and establish a stable base. In Shreveport, this includes checking for drainage patterns and clay soil that can expand or contract with moisture. The base is excavated to the required depth, compacted, and leveled before forms are set. Reinforcement such as rebar or wire mesh is placed to add strength, and the concrete is poured to the thickness needed for the building and any equipment it will hold.

Once the foundation cures, you will have a flat, solid surface that supports the weight of the building frame and anything you store or operate inside. The slab does not settle under vehicle traffic or heavy equipment, and it stays dry because proper grading keeps water from running toward the foundation. Anchor bolts can be set during the pour if required by your building design, and the surface is finished to provide a clean floor that resists wear.

Foundation thickness depends on the size of the building and the loads it will carry. Most residential metal building slabs are poured at four to six inches. The concrete requires several days to cure before the building can be erected. Site prep and grading are critical in areas with poor drainage or unstable soil, and both are handled before the pour begins.

Homeowners installing metal buildings often have questions about slab thickness, drainage, and timing. Here are the most common questions before foundation work begins.

Shreveport Concrete & Patios installs metal building foundations throughout Shreveport and surrounding areas, designed to support structural loads and handle local soil and drainage conditions. Get in touch to schedule an assessment for your building project.