🏡 Shed Pads, Deck Footings & Small Builds: What You Need to Know Before You Start
- Ryan Taneja
- Oct 24
- 2 min read
Not every build is a big one — but that doesn’t mean the prep work matters any less.
Whether you're adding a backyard shed, a new deck, a carport, or a small outbuilding, a stable foundation is critical to making sure your investment lasts.
At Pennington Construction & Land Solutions, we help you get it right from the start, even for the smallest jobs.
🧱 Why Small Builds Still Need Professional Prep:
People often think sheds, decks, or carports can be installed directly on grass or dirt — but that’s how you end up with:
Leaning structures
Uneven doors or flooring
Rotted wood from sitting in water
Failed inspections if tied to your home insurance or permits
Costly rework in just a few seasons
Even small jobs can go wrong if the groundwork isn’t done right.
🛠️ What We Offer for Small Structures:
We prep small builds with the same attention to detail as we do for full prep sites. Our services include:
✅ Shed Pads-
Level, compacted gravel or soil base
Optional concrete slab or pier block setup
Drainage grading to keep water away from the structure
Scaled to your shed size and access requirements
✅ Deck Footings-
Precise excavation for post placement
Concrete poured footings or pier blocks
Proper spacing to meet load-bearing requirements
Grading around deck to prevent water pooling
✅ Concrete or Gravel Base Pads-
Ideal for carports, garden sheds, hot tubs, or outdoor storage
We grade, level, compact, and pour to spec
Surface ready for delivery or construction
🧠 Not Sure What You Need?:
We can help assess your land and walk you through the best foundation for your build — based on your structure type, budget, and long-term plans.
Our goal is to do it once and do it right, so you’re not calling us back a year later to fix someone else’s shortcut.
Let’s Prep Your Next Project the Right Way
Even if it’s "just a shed" — let’s build it like it matters. Because it does.
📞 501‑BE‑BUILT (501‑232‑8458)
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