Footing definition

Footing means a foundation unit constructed in brick work, stone masonry or concrete under the base of a wall or column for the purpose of distributing the load over a large area.
Footing means the part of a structure, which is in direct contact with the ground and transmitting loads to the ground;
Footing means the construction whereby the weight of the structure of building is transferred from the base structure to the foundations;

Examples of Footing in a sentence

  • Footing depth shall be referenced from existing bench mark as defined in site plan.


More Definitions of Footing

Footing means the construction by which the weight of the building is transferred to the foundations;
Footing means that portion of the support system that transmits loads directly to the soil.
Footing means the bottom bearing course or courses of a foundation wall, pier or column.
Footing means the portion of the Substructure resting on the ground.
Footing means that portion of the foundation of a structure which spreads and transmits structure loads directly to the soil or to piles.
Footing means the projecting courses at the base of a wall to spread the weight over a large area.
Footing means the offset portions of a foundation to provide for a greater bearing area;