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Old 07-28-2014, 01:44 PM
 
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We are needing to replace a concrete patio that settled over the years so that water collects against the house when it rains. Two sides of the patio are set on poured concrete foundation perpendicular to each other and two sides are against the house perpendicular to each other. One contractor proposes to not connect rebar to the foundation because it may crack the foundation if the patio heaves or settles. The second says that lack of rebar connected to the foundation is what caused the problem and he proposes to connect rebar to the foundation under the house. Which is correct ? We have no clue what to do. This is a pricey project because of the cost of concrete in our area. We do not want to have to do this again but we also do not want to damage our foundation. Any help will be deeply appreciated.
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Old 07-28-2014, 04:53 PM
 
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i wouldnt think youd want to connect the patio to foundation. i havent heard reputable people suggest that. replacing a cracked patio is significantly cheaper and easier than potential foundation problems from tying them together.

the back of my house where my patio is is a large U shape. patio bordered on three sides by the house. the concrete base is separate from the home and the patio itself is built with rebar to make it stronger.
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Old 07-28-2014, 04:59 PM
 
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Use the re-bar, as mentioned, it was the reason your patio sunk and that point. It won't damage the foundation. The one guy just doesn't want to drill into the foundation and do the work right.
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