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Concrete Footing, Strip & Isolated Pad Foundation Estimator

Calculate structural concrete volume (m³), blinding lean concrete base, bidirectional rebar mesh weight, and formwork area for pad and continuous strip footings.

Calculated Result

Total Reinforced Concrete Volume (m³)

13.61

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Total Reinforced Concrete Volume (m³)

13.61

Total Rebar Mesh Weight (kg)

896.1 kg

Lean Blinding Concrete Base (10cm)

3.36 m³

Footing Formwork Area (m²)

28.8 m²

Single Footing Concrete Volume

1.62 m³

Structural Concrete vs. Blinding Concrete Volume

Final Reinforced Concrete Required
13.61 m³(80%)
Subgrade Blinding Concrete
3.36 m³(20%)

Footing dimensions must be verified against site soil bearing capacity and geotechnical engineering reports.

All engineering calculations, structural estimates, and electrical sizing metrics are provided for preliminary estimation only. Always ensure compliance with relevant statutory building codes and occupational safety standards, verified by a certified professional engineer before practical implementation.

Calculation Methodology

Structural Concrete Volume = Length * Width * Thickness * Footings Count. Blinding Concrete = (Length + 0.2) * (Width + 0.2) * 0.10m. Rebar Grid Weight = Bidirectional bars * unit weight.

Frequently Asked Questions

A pad footing supports a single concentrated point load (like a column), while a continuous strip footing supports a long linear load (such as a load-bearing masonry wall).

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