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Basement & ICF Foundations

Professional Foundation Construction Services

Your entire structure depends on the first pour.

Starbuck Concrete installs traditional poured basements and modern Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) foundations that meet today’s energy codes, resist Spokane’s freeze–thaw cycles, and give builders a perfectly square platform for framing. From engineered footings to integrated waterproofing, our union-trained crews handle every detail so your project starts on rock-solid footing.

Basement & ICF Basics: What to Know

Soil & drainage drive design. Proper excavation, gravel bases, and drain tile keep hydrostatic pressure in check.
ICF equals strength + insulation. Concrete core plus rigid foam delivers high R-values and extreme durability in one step.
Rebar layout matters. Correct spacing and lap lengths ensure walls handle backfill and seismic loads.

Integrated waterproofing. Membranes and spray-applied coatings protect living space and stored valuables.

Precision matters. Laser-leveled top plates make framing faster and prevent drywall headaches later.

Our Foundation Process Includes:

Site Excavation & Surveying

Benchmarks set, soils reviewed, and over-dig corrected.
Footing Forms & Reinforcement

Width, depth, and steel sized to engineer specs.
ICF Block Placement

Blocks stacked, braced, and checked for plumb every course.
Structural Rebar & Openings

Steel tied, window bucks and beam pockets installed.
Monolithic or Two-Stage Pour

High-strength mix placed with vibrators for complete consolidation.
Waterproofing & Drain Tile

Bituminous membrane, dimple board, and perimeter drains routed to daylight or sump.
Anchor Bolts & Sill Plates

Precisely set for immediate framing.
Backfill & Final Grade

Soil compacted in lifts to protect wall integrity.

Site prep is everything.
A stable, compacted base prevents settling and cracking.
Mix designs matter. We specify air-entrained, fiber-reinforced concrete tuned for Spokane’s climate.
Control joints control cracks. Proper spacing and depth guide natural shrinkage so random cracks don’t form.
Sealing extends life. A quality sealer fights moisture, road salt, and UV rays—ask us about maintenance bundles.

You Can Depend on Starbuck Concrete

With 15+ years of union-honed experience, we meet ACI and local building-code requirements on every foundation. Our crews show up ready, maintain clean sites, and keep schedules on track so other trades can move in without delay. Detailed daily reports, concrete break tests, and inspection coordination come standard.

Contact Us Today

Planning a custom home, addition, or energy-efficient ICF build? Click below or call for a free, no-pressure estimate. We’ll review plans, load requirements, and timelines, then provide a detailed quote you can build on.