How To Form A 30' X 28' Concrete Slab - Garage Slab

This video will teach you how to form a concrete slab.
My company, Day's Concrete Floors, Inc. is forming a 30' x 28' x 6" concrete slab for a garage.
I'll show you all the steps needed to build the forms, square the slab, drive in the metal stakes and get the slab ready to pour.
My company specializes in forming and pouring concrete slabs. We install concrete slabs for garages, houses, sheds, and storage buildings.
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[@philstone7475]

I switched to screws too but always had trouble with the screw tip getting clogged by concrete or dirt and getting stripped out. Finally I found the PERFECT SCREW! You’ve got to try the screws made for metal buildings that are 2.5” long. They have a 1/4” tip (that is a tip that is connected on the outside of the screw) it never clogs and I have ended up reusing these dozens of times if you collect them when stripping the forms. I’m hoping to start a trend in the pro concrete community using them. They’re not very expensive either and the fact that they are reusable is even better. Much love Mike! Keep up the good work

[@hades78933]

thanks for info

[@BrianGemberling]

Mike, I appreciate the simple narrative you use to create this instructional video. I learned alot and apprecitate you.

[@LawrenceFam12]

Start my new concrete job tomorrow. Wish me luck 😊

[@manoftheyearkp7158]

You got this

[@tommyg.6993]

Thank you so much for teaching, I really appreciate your support. Kami,

[@MikeDayConcrete]

You are very welcome

[@johnmercado9420]

hey man i just got a job today std a concrete company here in NYC. im very excited to get starter and learn the trade. I'll be paying for your course with my first check on Wednesday to pick up some tips

[@caelencarstensen7274]

do you still do concrete, how was the first year?

[@sam.man.TX22]

Good video and more explanation than most

[@trevorburton8835]

Mike for president!

[@ImCalledBash]

Great video! Very informative. Thank you!!! 👍🏾

[@heroknaderi]

I appreciate your video I’m pouring a 20x24 slab in my backyard for a workshop and it will also have a bathroom 🚽 I will have the pipes preran then pour around it😎😎👍

[@noahe2991]

Thanks man, have the materials and hoping to make a shed about same size soon. Thanks again for the effort of uploading and sharing with us

[@ashanethomaz3945]

Here in Jamaica is more short handed out glad I watched this video cause I been moving to state soon,maybe I can apply for job at your company lol

[@jaybird9283]

Good Video, Everything explained made sense. Learned a lot watching this. Thank you

[@ray6808]

Great video. I have a question. I plan on doing a concrete parking pad. 20 x 12 wide. Could I make it 4 inch thick? Do I need rebar if I'm only parking a car? I will put gravel underneath as a base

[@jonbe8304]

Hi Mike, great vid. Ive used a lot of dewalt but prefer the bosch stuff for most tools now, find them better made for same price comparatively. Also as you are already aware the slab is only as good as the preparation already done, I would be concerned about the depth of stone/hard core and whether its been compacted correctly. I dont trust other peoples work. Good idea with steel pins though. Regards Jon

[@shihantemplet]

His course isn’t $50 anymore, now $97. Now that’s inflation!

[@smokeythesmurf1]

Are you serious? 😂

[@lucentlackey1]

$197 now!

[@WeSaveWe]

Jeez

[@roachwerks3043]

could you build a small one floor house on a slab like this? without stem walls?

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

Thanks Mike. A lot of good info. Enjoy all your videos.

[@jimkime2925]

Great video and no bullshit just the facts and information. I’ll check the course out. Getting ready to pour a slab for my shop 40’x30’

[@pd5751]

Greta video. Thank you.

[@anthonyrochon3907]

Anyone; I have an existing shed/garage which is sitting on railway ties. I need to remove clay about 4ft b4 putting in a concrete slab. Do I also need to excavate under where the blocks will be?

[@7439norma]

very informative, thank you

[@nister261]

I looked for your $49 course. Did you double the price?

[@trevorselch5574]

So no additional bracing needed?

[@williamharkin7753]

Love you videos btw

[@clown7292]

Do 4 inch garage slabs need rebar

[@agri-lifeorganicfarm2466]

What about leveling the concrete 2 x 6 forms and what what about any slop in the slab for a drain? Great video's !

[@danno8852]

Level with laser or transit, and mostly no need for slope unless garage or outdoor. Looks like they will be framing on this.

[@tasipula8209]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. #awesome

[@FishingBullyTV]

i tried odering those pins but the link was not working...what # pins were they?

[@davidraybould6987]

How much should a 20x40x6 in. Slab cost

[@thecalmwayhome8483]

How much does a slab that size run? (When done by a professional). 🌿

[@Chads6Strings]

When is a footing necessary

[@814searchrecovery5]

Love your videos! I have a question? What thickness of concrete slab should i use for my shop which is going to be used to hold my truck and trailer?

[@fredranalli3504]

Hi I'm pouring a 30x50 6inch thick concrete slab with a 20x12 footer and it's going on undisturbed sand and my question is do I need to lay a crushed rock subbase or can I just use a moisture barrier and pour ,thanks in advanace.

[@fredranalli3504]

Love your videos

[@ScottyP1612]

Why did your coworker pound that last pin in diagonally?

[@user-to4wi7vg7j]

The whole vid I was like where the hell is the grade line, but u brought out the elec. last second lmao

[@kenbreezy1013]

Appreciate this bro

[@CPVet55]

What about footings?

[@mk6595]

How come this one doesn't have a 12" thick edge?

[@aboveallholidaylighting9305]

can you go into more detail on your process with the laser level?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

i've got a few other videos talking about how to use a laser level.

[@differenthandyman938]

No footings, no foundation walls? I’m sure it’s ok, but will it pass the inspection?

[@rodfrost5051]

Looks like decent grade work.

[@muohiodpowell1974]

Can you put a four inch high lip and 2 x 4 wide for the wall sill plate.on the outside walls. For a water block. Instead of nailing the floor sill plate to the concrete.

[@jerryrichardson1024]

how do I order the Metal pins and how much are the 3ft and 2ft and do they come in pack and how many?

[@williamharkin7753]

Your link on what metal stakes you use isn't working. I bought a bundle of 18" just doing small slabs 20'×20' type stuff. Just curious if you use the 12" or not?

[@scottbair9912]

What do you do for frost protection,just gravel base and float the slab cuz that doesn't pass the stupid codes in PA

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Now, our state has a code that says we have to put 2" styrofoam under all slabs 600 sq ft or more. Under 600 and just a good gravel base is good, slope all exterior back fill away from the slab. Never really have a problem if enough gravel is installed.

[@concretejunglesoutherncali2857]

nice work

[@patrickm8877]

What type of foundation requires a footing? I never seen large slab on grade foundations without a footing.

[@KB3M]

Are there any regulations about building a garage slab over an existing sewer line running through the property. For instance adding a garage slab spanning the width of a back yard with the sewer line running out the back of an existing home out under the slab and garage.

[@cheshstyles]

You like the string in the center to check during the pour? That's the only reason I can think of

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Yes, we use the string to keep the boards straight.

[@Whistling2Stroke]

Hey Mike I just bought a building from Future building and it's a 20ft 30ft and it says that it need footing do I need to worry about it or can I just pour a 6 inch slab and be done with it. I live on a reservation so no code. And I live near Wiarton Ontario

[@lukehamilton4281]

How did you get the slab grade for your string line? Stakes set when you got there?

[@tonmage29]

How many times will I have access to the course?

[@JRCoronado24]

How do you know the form is leveled thou.?

[@texican40]

Can I buy those pins at any hardware store Lowe’s, etc or do you make these pins. I have never done this and going to attempt it and don’t want to mess it up

[@ramisandouka1513]

I'm trying to do a slab in my backyard for a small basketball court. Can I just do a 3000 psi concrete cause Its not like I'm gonna park any cars on it or anything

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey Mike just subscribed. I live in Jersey. Wanted a garage built but it’s way too much. I looked into Pole Barn which I will probably go with if I don’t decide to move out of state. Where are you located. Excellent video tutorial

[@MikeDayConcrete]

I'm in Maine.

[@isaachall9473]

What do you like the slump to be on a slab for a house?

[@rgeiterify]

When he says,” The dirt work is already done when we show up. Laborer, “ we need the pick to do some scratching!” lol

[@spencerwells1851]

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[@crosbymalcolm7305]

@Spencer Wells yup, been using Flixzone} for years myself :)

[@Komoe2024]

Hello mike how much that cost ?

[@patrickrich9976]

Where I live at the country said garages need footer or pour the slab monolithic

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Are's depends on the size and who the code enforcement officer is. They're all different around here.

[@patrickrich9976]

20x24 I live in Virginia Code said it haves to be footer and block or monolithic pour

[@z-elwon2884]

Hey Mike in this video you say your course is $49.99 and when I went to sign up to take it it ask for $97.. is there a coupon code or something for the $49.99? Thanks

[@MikeDayConcrete]

That was when I first started the course, since then I've added a lot to it and raised the cost. There's a lot of great value in there for only $97.

[@lewisjones6952]

Hey Mike where are you located

[@chorgzent.3978]

Do you use square or circle stakes?

[@speedokoterefinishnetwork4937]

Hey Mike, love the video. What's the minimum safe working temp for self leveling concrete / concrete resurfacing compound? I'm trying to restore my 9000 square foot body shop this winter and hoping I can have the floors done this month.

[@randyjara1076]

What’s the cost for slab on grade per square ft?

[@willk302982]

Are footers necessary for 20x21 metal garage

[@MikeDayConcrete]

If you have a good compacted gravel base you can do a 6" slab. That's what we did on this one. It doesn't sound like there will be heavy equipment or vehicles on your slab. If so, then a thickened edge where the doors are is good.

[@WmiuskUSA]

How soon do you apply the cure&seal after pouring?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

If we apply cure & seal, it's done right after power troweling and sawing expansion joints.

[@mcwho3]

Where do you get straight boards?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

At the lumber company after going through about 50 of them to find 8.

[@jj07walters44]

Can you form a slab and pour concrete in a pre existing garage?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

You could. Why?

[@xf-7gungrease316]

I was sold on the course at 49 bucks. lost me at 97

[@ramisandouka1513]

Dont you have to dig 8 inches into the ground first?

[@michaeldelvecchio7898]

94 people that gave a thumbs-down are upset that they didn't follow Mike's recommendations when they attempted to form their own slabs.

[@thegreatestmoo]

What is your email I had a question about the course on your site

[@Sertao2013]

Should there be some type of anchor with threads sticking up to hold the framed walls to the slab ?How is the building held in place on the slab if there are no anchors in place ?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Some builders like the anchor bolts and some like to drill and anchor or tapcon the sill to the slab.

[@rgeiterify]

Drive the studs to the slab. Than frame the studs to the anchor boards. It’s a residential garage I assume.

[@mikelaba8985]

So I'm an amature but why no footer?

[@fhuber7507]

The grading is warped... . Or your camera has the picture warped.

[@almetcalf]

$49 for course? When I checked it was $97.

[@MikeDayConcrete]

Yea, I've added more to it since then to make it better.

[@davidpolczer9880]

That's why they have gradehubs

[@inawrocki207]

Cool video! By chance, I did my garage slab exactly like this (I have videos posted). Six inch solid slab, up to 8" in most of the center where the ground was lower than the form edges. To those always screaming about footers and rebar - Those things are coded for longevity in the face of "frost heave," moisture, and full cracking. Here in NM, or as I call it "The Surface of Mars," these things are practically nonexistent. A slab this thick, for such a small garage, on such solid dry ground, will see decades without any issues. It just depends on the region. I imagine these guys know what they're doing. d-(^_^)

[@AndrewBrowner]

i dont know what New Mexico youre talking about... or if you know anything about mars.. but the surface of mars is freezing.. colder than anywhere on Earth

[@inawrocki207]

@@AndrewBrowner Mars is actually frequently warmer in places than some of Earth's colder regions in the winter. They can be surprisingly similar. That said, it was more of a reference to the lack of moisture. Frost heave is more a factor of moisture in the dirt freezing, expanding, and "heaving" the surface out of place from said expansion. We are one of the driest places on Earth, with heavily oxidized red soil, and fierce wind; making it a fair comparison to the surface of Mars. Which New Mexico are YOU talking about? :)

[@romanfields7900]

whatever. Do it right and it WILL last forever.

[@muohiodpowell1974]

Remember using the construction double headed nails.

[@gregvanblaricum4204]

How thick would your gravel bed be for a 4" pad?

[@doneown503]

Looks like you will need to take his instructional video course, Greg!

[@deafscotty6246]

learn lot from this video... but, I carry 3-4 piece lumber at time and walk lot faster than that... I wanna join your crew.

[@kookookala6251]

What I want to know is where you get the cement? How to contact and figure out how much you need delivered? And who to buy it from? Not going to home Depot and buying bags and make mixing. I want to know who to contact to buy the cement direct and delivered? That's my question

[@ed-mo7ov]

How thick does the gravel bed have to be when you pour a 6" slab?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

I like to see at least a 12" thick gravel bed.

[@arturorubio1078]

28x30 = 41 7/16 diagonal

[@AndrewBrowner]

i dont understand what youre upto here, does the ground not need to be level prior to this step, from the cameras viewpoint looks like the far left corner is nearly a foot higher than the near right corner, if the forms arent level i dont see how you can pour to the top of them the lowest corner will be overflowing before the highest corner sees any concrete.. and if you screed it to the top of the forms youre going to have a rollercoaster of a slab

[@sean6135]

The ground doesn’t have to be perfect level. The top of the forms need to be level to screed the concrete

[@demetrioalamilla9615]

Is ok ,if i dont dig for a footings for my addition in my mobile home?

[@MikeDayConcrete]

We don't normally dig footings for mobile homes, we just do 6" slabs

[@demetrioalamilla9615]

@@MikeDayConcrete ,tanks for answering.

[@cheshstyles]

If the mobile home is on a footing, you should put the addition on a footing if it is attached. If not, then no ;)

[@kingmanjohn9888]

Hello ,Could you arrange your video in order .thank you!

[@patrickrolf482]

Wouldn’t it be cheaper to hire a concrete guy that does the excavating work.

[@jeffreyboarman4032]

Meet or exceed

[@Steve_Edberg]

No rat wall?? Won't rodents burrow under it and compromise the slab?? 🤔

[@jhmh6341]

J

[@juniorpink1021]

get a better camera man