
Step 1
Foundation Excavation
We handle excavation and structural demo for new foundations or retrofits, including deep digs, underpinning prep, and permit-approved site removals.
- Foundation excavation
- Site removal
- Retrofit footings
/*prevent FOUC on mobile when using sidebar */
.dwc-mobile :is(.bricks-is-frontend.brx-header-left, .bricks-is-frontend.brx-header-right) #brx-header {
position: relative;
inline-size: 100%;
flex-direction: column;
}
.dwc-mobile .bricks-is-frontend:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right) :is(#brx-content, #brx-footer) {
margin-inline-start: 0;
}
/*prevent FOUC on desktop when using sidebar */
.bricks-is-frontend:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not(.show-nav) .dwc-nav-wrapper {
display: none;
}
/*=== sidebar css ===*/
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header {
flex-direction: column;
box-shadow: 0px 0px 2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.7);
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]).no-scroll {
overflow: visible;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested .brx-nav-nested-items {
max-block-size: 100dvb;
padding-block-end: 12rem;
overscroll-behavior: contain;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nav-wrapper {
position: relative;
overflow: hidden;
block-size: 100%;
transform: translateX(0%);
visibility: visible;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-toggle {
display: none !important;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu {
display: flex;
flex-direction: column;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-header > div {
display: flex;
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
block-size: 100%;
flex-direction: column;
justify-content: flex-start;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-menu-wrap {
inline-size: 100%;
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
block-size: 100%;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header :is(.brxe-code, .dwc-nest-menu-overlay) {
display: none;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-header {
inline-size: 100%;
padding-inline: 0;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu-top {
min-block-size: var(--top-offset);
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu:not( [data-hide-close-bar = 'true']) .brx-dropdown-content {
inset-block-start: calc(var(--top-offset) + 1px) !important;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu:not( [data-submenu-reveal = 'slide']) .brx-dropdown-content:not([data-submenu-reveal = 'slide'] *) {
inset-inline-start: 0;
inset-block-start: unset !important;
overflow: hidden;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu:not([data-submenu-reveal = 'slide']) .brxe-dropdown:not(.open.active) > .brx-dropdown-content > .brxe-dropdown:not([data-submenu-reveal = 'slide'] *){
visibility: hidden;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested.brx-open .brxe-dropdown > .brx-dropdown-content {
overscroll-behavior: contain;
min-inline-size: var(--mobile-menu-width);
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-dropdown.open > .brx-submenu-toggle button:not([data-submenu-reveal = 'expand'] button) {
min-block-size: calc(var(--top-offset) - 1px);
inset-block-start: 0;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-dropdown.open[data-submenu-reveal = 'slide'] > .brx-submenu-toggle button {
min-block-size: calc(var(--top-offset) - 1px);
inset-block-start: 0;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-dropdown .brx-submenu-toggle button {
min-block-size: 0;
}
/* sidebar css ends*/
/*sidebar in builder*/
/*=== sidebar css ===*/
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header {
flex-direction: column;
box-shadow: 0px 0px 2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.7);
--top-offset: 40px;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested .brx-nav-nested-items {
max-block-size: 100dvb;
padding-block-end: 12rem;
overscroll-behavior: contain;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nav-wrapper {
position: relative;
overflow: hidden;
block-size: 100%;
transform: translateX(0%);
visibility: visible;
}
body:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-toggle {
display: none !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu {
display: flex;
flex-direction: column;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-header > div {
display: flex;
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
block-size: 100%;
flex-direction: column;
justify-content: flex-start;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-menu-wrap {
inline-size: 100%;
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
block-size: 100%;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-header {
inline-size: 100%;
padding-inline: 0;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu-top {
min-block-size: var(--top-offset);
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brx-dropdown-content {
inset-block-start: calc(var(--top-offset) - 1px) !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested.brx-open .brxe-dropdown > .brx-dropdown-content {
overscroll-behavior: contain;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-dropdown.open > .brx-submenu-toggle button {
min-block-size: calc(var(--top-offset) - 1px);
inset-block-start: 0;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brxe-dropdown .brx-submenu-toggle button {
min-block-size: 0;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .dwc-nest-menu {
margin: 0 !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .brx-nav-nested-items {
flex-direction: column !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .dwc-nest-toggle--open.brxe-toggle {
display: flex !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .dwc-nest-menu .brx-nav-nested-items {
position: relative !Important;
background: var(--mobile-menu-bg) !important;
align-items: stretch;
flex: 1;
}
:where(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-mode]:not(:has(.dwc-sidebar)) .dwc-nest-menu-top::before {
content: 'this space is the back text bar';
padding: 1rem;
background-color: gray;
color: white;
width: 100%;
text-transform: uppercase;
font-size: 12px;
font-weight: bold;
letter-spacing: 1px;
}
/* MENU CTA (LAST BUTTON) */
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] [data-last-item-is-button="true"].dwc-nest-menu .brx-nav-nested-items > .menu-item:last-of-type {
padding-inline: var(--menu-item-inline-padding) !important;
padding-block: var(--menu-item-block-padding) !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .dwc-nest-menu-top {
min-block-size: 80px !important;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] .dwc-nest-nav-items {
overflow-y: scroll;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-mode] .brx-dropdown-content {
min-inline-size: var(--mobile-menu-width);
position: static;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested .brx-nav-nested-items {
flex-wrap: nowrap;
}
:is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right)[data-builder-window] #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu .brx-dropdown-content {
visibility: visible !important;
opacity: 1;
}
/*OVERLAY SIDEBAR*/
html:not(.dwc-mobile):has([data-overlay-sidebar=true]) {
--mobile-menu-bg: rgb(255 255 255 / 0%);
--menu-item-border: solid 1px rgb(255 255 255 / 50%);
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile):has([data-overlay-sidebar=true]) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-modee]) :is(main, footer){
margin: 0 !important
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile):has([data-overlay-sidebar=true]) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-modee]) :is(main, footer) :where(section):not(section>section) {
padding-inline-start: calc(var(--mobile-menu-width) + clamp(1.5rem, calc(0.625vw + 1.375rem), 1.875rem));
max-inline-size: 100%
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile):has([data-overlay-sidebar=true]) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-modee]) #brx-header {
border-radius: var(--overlay-sidebar-radius);
overflow: hidden;
background: var(--overlay-sidebar-bg);
box-shadow: var(--overlay-sidebar-shadow) !important;
inset: var(--overlay-sidebar-inset);
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile):has([data-overlay-sidebar=true]) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-modee]) .dwc-nest-header{
backdrop-filter: blur(13px);
background: transparent !important;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile):has([data-overlay-sidebar=true]):not([data-builder-modee]) .brx-dropdown-content {
background-color: rgb(255 255 255 / 100%);
}
/*NO BRX-OPEN STYLES*/
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) #brx-header .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested .brx-nav-nested-items {
display: flex;
flex-wrap: nowrap;
flex-direction: column !important;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) .dwc-nest-menu.brxe-nav-nested .brxe-dropdown .brx-dropdown-content {
visibility: visible;
min-inline-size: var(--mobile-menu-width) !important;
}
html:not(.dwc-mobile) :is(.brx-header-left, .brx-header-right):not([data-builder-window]) .dwc-nest-menu[data-submenu-reveal="expand"] .brxe-dropdown.open>.brx-dropdown-content {
position: static;
}
class SidebarNavigation {
constructor(options = {}) {
// Basic configuration properties
this.config = {
minWidth: options.minWidth || MegaMenuCONFIG.minWidth, // Using external minWidth variable
menuSelector: options.menuSelector || '.dwc-nest-menu',
openClass: options.openClass || 'brx-open',
activeClasses: options.activeClasses || ['open', 'active'],
leftHeaderClass: options.leftHeaderClass || 'brx-header-left',
rightHeaderClass: options.rightHeaderClass || 'brx-header-right',
debounceDelay: options.debounceDelay || 100,
menuItemClickDelay: options.menuItemClickDelay || 300
};
// Set dependent selectors
const menuSelector = this.config.menuSelector;
this.config.submenuToggleSelector = options.submenuToggleSelector || `${menuSelector} .brx-submenu-toggle`;
this.config.dropdownSelector = options.dropdownSelector || `${menuSelector} .brxe-dropdown`;
this.config.dropdownContentSelector = options.dropdownContentSelector || `${menuSelector} .brx-dropdown-content`;
// State
this.previousHeaderClass = null;
this.dropdownClickHandlers = new Map();
this.menuHoverHandlers = null;
this.menuItemClickTimeout = null;
this.keyboardNavHandler = null;
this.cachedFocusableElements = null;
this.cachedElements = {
menuElement: null,
navElement: null,
dropdowns: null,
dropdownToggles: null,
menuItems: null
};
// Bind methods to this instance
this.handleResize = this.debounce(this.handleMenu.bind(this), this.config.debounceDelay);
this.handleOutsideClick = this.handleOutsideClick.bind(this);
}
// Initialize everything - called once
init() {
// Wait for DOM to be fully loaded before attaching events
if (document.readyState === 'loading') {
document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', () => {
this.initAfterDOMLoaded();
}, { once: true });
} else {
this.initAfterDOMLoaded();
}
return this;
}
// Separate initialization method to run after DOM is loaded
initAfterDOMLoaded() {
// Cache DOM elements once
this.cacheElements();
// Setup resize event with passive flag
window.addEventListener('resize', this.handleResize, { passive: true });
// Setup mutation observer for critical class changes only
this.setupMutationObserver();
// Initial setup based on current screen size
this.handleMenu();
// Cache focusable elements once if header class is present
if (this.hasHeaderClass()) {
this.cacheFocusableElements();
this.setupMenuFocusNavigation();
}
}
// Cache all required DOM elements upfront
cacheElements() {
this.cachedElements.menuElement = document.querySelector(this.config.menuSelector);
if (this.cachedElements.menuElement) {
this.cachedElements.navElement = this.cachedElements.menuElement.querySelector('.dwc-nest-nav-items');
this.cachedElements.dropdowns = Array.from(document.querySelectorAll(this.config.dropdownSelector));
this.cachedElements.dropdownToggles = Array.from(document.querySelectorAll(this.config.submenuToggleSelector));
this.cachedElements.menuItems = Array.from(document.querySelectorAll(`${this.config.menuSelector} .menu-item`));
}
}
// Set up a focused mutation observer only for dropdown state changes
setupMutationObserver() {
if (!this.cachedElements.dropdowns || this.cachedElements.dropdowns.length === 0) return;
const callback = (mutations) => {
for (let mutation of mutations) {
if (mutation.type === 'attributes' && mutation.attributeName === 'class') {
const target = mutation.target;
const prevClassList = mutation.oldValue ? mutation.oldValue.split(' ') : [];
const hadBothBefore = prevClassList.includes('open') && prevClassList.includes('active');
const hasBothNow = target.classList.contains('open') && target.classList.contains('active');
if (hadBothBefore !== hasBothNow) {
this.updateDropdownAccessibility();
break; // Only need to update once per batch
}
}
}
};
// Create observer with optimized options
this.classObserver = new MutationObserver(callback);
// Observe only the dropdown elements
this.cachedElements.dropdowns.forEach(dropdown => {
this.classObserver.observe(dropdown, {
attributes: true,
attributeFilter: ['class'],
attributeOldValue: true
});
});
}
// Cache focusable elements for keyboard navigation
cacheFocusableElements() {
if (!this.cachedElements.navElement) return;
// Get direct children of nav
const directChildren = Array.from(this.cachedElements.navElement.children);
// Find the first focusable element within each direct child
this.cachedFocusableElements = directChildren.map(child => {
// Check if the child itself is focusable
if (child.matches('a, button, input, select, textarea, [tabindex]:not([tabindex="-1"])')) {
return child;
}
// Otherwise, find the first focusable element within this child
return child.querySelector('a, button, input, select, textarea, [tabindex]:not([tabindex="-1"])');
}).filter(Boolean); // Remove null/undefined values
}
// Clean up all event listeners and observers
destroy() {
// Clean up the mutation observer
if (this.classObserver) {
this.classObserver.disconnect();
this.classObserver = null;
}
// Clean up resize listener
window.removeEventListener('resize', this.handleResize);
// Clean up click handlers
if (this.dropdownClickHandlers.size > 0) {
this.dropdownClickHandlers.forEach((handler, toggle) => {
toggle.removeEventListener('click', handler);
});
this.dropdownClickHandlers.clear();
}
// Clean up hover handlers
this.cleanupMenuHover();
// Clean up menu item click handlers
this.cleanupMenuItemClicks();
// Clean up outside click handler
document.removeEventListener('click', this.handleOutsideClick);
// Clean up keyboard navigation
if (this.keyboardNavHandler) {
document.removeEventListener('keydown', this.keyboardNavHandler);
this.keyboardNavHandler = null;
}
// Clear any pending timeouts
if (this.menuItemClickTimeout) {
clearTimeout(this.menuItemClickTimeout);
this.menuItemClickTimeout = null;
}
}
// Utility methods
hasHeaderClass() {
return document.body.classList.contains(this.config.leftHeaderClass) ||
document.body.classList.contains(this.config.rightHeaderClass);
}
debounce(func, delay) {
let timer;
return (...args) => {
clearTimeout(timer);
timer = setTimeout(() => func(...args), delay);
};
}
// Check if an element has all the required active classes
hasAllActiveClasses(element) {
return this.config.activeClasses.every(className => element.classList.contains(className));
}
// Toggle all active classes on an element
toggleActiveClasses(element) {
this.config.activeClasses.forEach(className => {
element.classList.toggle(className);
});
}
// Core functionality methods
handleMenu() {
if (!this.cachedElements.menuElement) return;
if (!this.hasHeaderClass() && !this.previousHeaderClass) return;
const screenWidth = window.innerWidth;
const isLargeScreen = screenWidth >= this.config.minWidth;
const menuElement = this.cachedElements.menuElement;
if (!isLargeScreen) {
// Save which class was present before removal
if (this.hasHeaderClass()) {
this.previousHeaderClass = document.body.classList.contains(this.config.leftHeaderClass)
? this.config.leftHeaderClass
: this.config.rightHeaderClass;
// Remove header classes
document.body.classList.remove(this.config.leftHeaderClass, this.config.rightHeaderClass);
menuElement.classList.remove(this.config.openClass);
// Reset accessibility attributes
this.resetAccessibilityAttributes();
}
// Clean up event handlers for mobile view
this.cleanupMenuHover();
this.cleanupMenuItemClicks();
this.cleanupDropdownHandlers();
document.removeEventListener('click', this.handleOutsideClick);
return;
}
// Large screen behavior
if (!this.hasHeaderClass() && this.previousHeaderClass) {
document.body.classList.add(this.previousHeaderClass);
}
if (this.hasHeaderClass()) {
if (!menuElement.classList.contains(this.config.openClass)) {
menuElement.classList.add(this.config.openClass);
}
// Setup elements for large screen view
this.setupMenuHover();
this.setupMenuItemClicks();
this.setupDropdownHandlers();
this.setupMenuFocusNavigation();
this.updateDropdownAccessibility();
// Ensure outside click handler is set up
document.removeEventListener('click', this.handleOutsideClick);
document.addEventListener('click', this.handleOutsideClick, { passive: false });
}
}
// Reset accessibility attributes when switching to mobile
resetAccessibilityAttributes() {
if (!this.cachedElements.dropdowns) return;
// Remove all inert attributes from dropdown contents
this.cachedElements.dropdowns.forEach(dropdown => {
const content = dropdown.querySelector(this.config.dropdownContentSelector);
if (content) {
content.removeAttribute('inert');
}
const button = dropdown.querySelector('button');
if (button) {
button.setAttribute('aria-expanded', 'false');
}
});
}
setupMenuFocusNavigation() {
// Only run if hasHeaderClass() is true and we have focusable elements
if (!this.hasHeaderClass() || !this.cachedFocusableElements || this.cachedFocusableElements.length === 0) {
return;
}
// Clean up previous handler if it exists
if (this.keyboardNavHandler) {
document.removeEventListener('keydown', this.keyboardNavHandler, true);
this.keyboardNavHandler = null;
}
const navMenu = this.cachedElements.menuElement;
const focusableElements = this.cachedFocusableElements;
const firstFocusableElement = focusableElements[0];
const lastFocusableElement = focusableElements[focusableElements.length - 1];
// Find adjacent focusable elements outside the menu (only once during setup)
const headerElement = navMenu.closest('header') || document.querySelector('header');
// Prepare variables to hold adjacent elements
let prevFocusableElement = null;
let nextFocusableElement = null;
let firstElementAfterHeader = null;
if (headerElement) {
// Get all focusable elements within the header - do this once and cache the result
const headerFocusables = Array.from(
headerElement.querySelectorAll('a:not([tabindex="-1"]), button:not([tabindex="-1"]), input:not([tabindex="-1"]), select:not([tabindex="-1"]), textarea:not([tabindex="-1"]), [tabindex]:not([tabindex="-1"])')
).filter(el => window.getComputedStyle(el).display !== 'none');
// Find the index of our first and last menu elements in one pass
const menuStartIndex = headerFocusables.indexOf(firstFocusableElement);
const menuEndIndex = headerFocusables.indexOf(lastFocusableElement);
// Cache the adjacent elements
if (menuStartIndex > 0) {
prevFocusableElement = headerFocusables[menuStartIndex - 1];
}
if (menuEndIndex !== -1 && menuEndIndex < headerFocusables.length - 1) {
nextFocusableElement = headerFocusables[menuEndIndex + 1];
}
// Pre-calculate the first element after header - but only if needed
if (!nextFocusableElement) {
// Use a more efficient selector that targets immediate children of body that aren't the header
const selector = 'body > *:not(header)';
const nonHeaderElements = document.querySelectorAll(selector);
// Only process if we have elements
if (nonHeaderElements.length > 0) {
// Create a function to find the first focusable element (used later if needed)
this.findFirstFocusableAfterHeader = () => {
for (const element of nonHeaderElements) {
const focusable = element.querySelector('a:not([tabindex="-1"]), button:not([tabindex="-1"]), input:not([tabindex="-1"]), select:not([tabindex="-1"]), textarea:not([tabindex="-1"]), [tabindex]:not([tabindex="-1"])');
if (focusable && window.getComputedStyle(focusable).display !== 'none') {
return focusable;
}
}
return null;
};
}
}
}
// Create keyboard navigation handler with closure over the cached elements
this.keyboardNavHandler = (e) => {
// Quick check for Tab key first
if (e.key !== 'Tab') return;
// Then check if focus is inside the menu
if (!navMenu.contains(document.activeElement)) return;
let targetElement = null;
// Handle tab navigation at boundaries only
if (!e.shiftKey && document.activeElement === lastFocusableElement) {
// Forward tab from last element
e.preventDefault();
e.stopPropagation();
if (nextFocusableElement) {
targetElement = nextFocusableElement;
} else if (this.findFirstFocusableAfterHeader) {
// Only search for elements after header if needed and not already found
firstElementAfterHeader = this.findFirstFocusableAfterHeader();
targetElement = firstElementAfterHeader;
}
// Focus on the target or body as fallback
setTimeout(() => {
if (targetElement) {
targetElement.focus();
} else {
document.body.setAttribute('tabindex', '-1');
document.body.focus();
document.body.removeAttribute('tabindex');
}
}, 10);
}
else if (e.shiftKey && document.activeElement === firstFocusableElement) {
// Backward tab from first element
e.preventDefault();
e.stopPropagation();
setTimeout(() => {
if (prevFocusableElement) {
prevFocusableElement.focus();
} else {
document.body.setAttribute('tabindex', '-1');
document.body.focus();
document.body.removeAttribute('tabindex');
}
}, 10);
}
};
// Use capture phase for the event
document.addEventListener('keydown', this.keyboardNavHandler, true);
}
setupMenuHover() {
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const sidebarNav = new SidebarNavigation().init();CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS & FOOTINGS
Strong, precision-built foundations and footings designed to support residential, commercial, and industrial structures.
Foundation scope aligned with the design, site conditions and required inspections.

Precision-built concrete foundations and footings that provide stable load support and long-term structural performance.
Code-compliant forming, reinforcement, and curing to protect against settlement, moisture intrusion, and structural failure.
Experienced execution aligned with engineering plans, inspections, and construction timelines from ground prep to pour.
FROM GROUNDWORK TO STRUCTURE
Foundation work follows the structural design and the conditions on site. Excavation, layout, reinforcement, placement, curing and cleanup are coordinated with the trades and inspections that follow.

Step 1
We handle excavation and structural demo for new foundations or retrofits, including deep digs, underpinning prep, and permit-approved site removals.

Step 2
Site prep ensures level grading, soil stabilization, and access for drainage, insulation, and slab features, critical to strong, efficient foundation performance.

Step 3
Foundation formwork defines slab shape, height, and load paths, allowing for accurate footings, pad divisions, stairs, and access zones to be precisely set in place.

Step 4
Foundation reinforcement includes rebar cages, dowels, and tied grids that prevent cracking, resist movement, and create a solid base for framing and structural work.

Step 5
Concrete placement establishes a smooth, solid base using expert pouring, vibration, and timing control for strong, long-lasting structural performance.

Step 6
Form stripping and surface prep follow concrete curing, clearing the site for waterproofing, framing, or exterior finishes like stone, brick, or stucco.

Step 7
Final clean-up removes debris, staging materials, and equipment from the site while confirming the foundation is fully ready for framing or finishing.
THE WORK BELOW THE BUILDING
Properly installed concrete foundations and footings are the structural backbone of any building. The design must respond to the structure above, the ground below and the conditions around the excavation.
Footing dimensions, reinforcement and concrete requirements follow the approved structural design rather than a one-size-fits-all specification.
Excavation, subbase preparation and drainage interfaces are reviewed against the actual property and the work specified for that site.
Layout, inspections, concrete placement and curing are sequenced with framing and other connected trades.
DESIGN-LED CHOICES
Reinforcement and placement requirements belong in the approved structural scope. Custom dimensions, specialized formwork or mix adjustments should be selected only when the design and site conditions call for them, with the cost and scope shown in the proposal.
• Building loads and approved plan review
• Excavation to required depths and grades
• Footing layout and elevation checks
• Formwork and reinforcement installation
• Concrete ordering from established suppliers
• Concrete placement and consolidation
• Specialized equipment and delivery coordination
• Engineer or municipal inspection scheduling
• Construction records and progress communication
• Written scope, warranty and handoff
Top choice · Structural benefits
Foundation dimensions · Structural loads · Concrete thickness
Popular option · Flexible foundation layouts
Foundation formwork · Stepped footings · Elevation changes
Added value · Improved concrete performance
Foundation concrete · Placement conditions · Concrete performance
Thickness, formwork and additives are not automatic upgrades. They should be evaluated against the drawings, ground conditions, placement conditions and the proposed work before they are added to a contract.
FOUNDATION INTERFACES
Foundation and footing work connects to walls, framing and slab-on-grade systems. Drainage, utilities and access may also affect the layout, but each adjacent scope must be checked against the drawings and priced separately when applicable.
Related work is not automatically included with the foundation. Confirm each item in the approved drawings and proposal.
Foundation excavation establishes the depth, bearing area and working room needed for concrete foundations and footings. Coordinating excavation and concrete work helps keep elevations, access and soil conditions aligned from the start.
Explore excavation and machine servicesClearing, grading and access preparation can make foundation construction safer and more efficient. A prepared building area also helps protect layout points and supports an orderly concrete sequence.
Explore site preparation servicesConcrete foundations work best when groundwater and surrounding moisture are managed as part of the building system. Drainage and waterproofing can help protect foundation walls, basement spaces and the investment above them.
Explore foundation drainage and waterproofingA custom home depends on foundations and footings that match the building design, site grades and structural loads. Coordinating the concrete foundation with the home build keeps dimensions, openings and construction sequencing connected.
Explore custom home constructionDetached garages need foundation support suited to the structure, slab and property conditions. Planning the footing layout with the garage design helps align vehicle openings, wall locations and finished floor elevations.
Explore detached garage constructionDOCUMENTED EXPERIENCE
VALROC builds concrete foundations and footings for homes, additions, garages, shops and light industrial construction. Our experience helps coordinate excavation, soil conditions, reinforcement, concrete placement and the structure the foundation must support. From custom homes in Brookswood, Willoughby and South Surrey to additions, garages and business projects in Burnaby, Richmond and Vancouver, we are familiar with engineering, inspections and municipal requirements for structural concrete.
DEFINE THE FOUNDATION SCOPE
Bring the project drawings, site details and intended use to an onsite discussion. VALROC can then review access, groundwork, concrete requirements and related work before preparing a defined proposal.
Discuss the structure, location, construction schedule and any known engineering or approval requirements.
Check access, grades, existing conditions, excavation needs and interfaces with other work.
Identify included work, selected options, assumptions and any approvals or design details that remain open.
Cost depends on excavation and access, ground conditions, the approved footing and foundation design, reinforcement, concrete volume, forming complexity and related scopes. An onsite review and drawings are needed before a project-specific price is provided.
Cost depends on excavation and access, ground conditions, the approved footing and foundation design, reinforcement, concrete volume, forming complexity and related scopes. An onsite review and drawings are needed before a project-specific price is provided.
BEFORE THE POUR
On-site project layout and ground preparation based on terrain and scope are part of a sound foundation plan. Drawings, excavation access, grades, drainage interfaces and inspection points need to be understood before the pour is scheduled.
Confirm the plans, footing locations, dimensions and specified reinforcement before defining the concrete scope.
Review excavation access, existing grades, subbase conditions and work that must be removed or protected.
Identify drainage, utilities, adjacent structures and any required municipal or engineering checks before placement.
Separate included foundation work from design-specific options and related scopes so the customer can evaluate the plan.
The final foundation layout and reinforcement depend on the approved plans and the conditions found on site. Where engineering, permits or inspections apply, those requirements guide the work.
The final foundation layout and reinforcement depend on the approved plans and the conditions found on site. Where engineering, permits or inspections apply, those requirements guide the work.
PRACTICAL ANSWERS
These questions cover foundation design choices, reinforcement, timing and care. The answers should be checked against project drawings and actual site conditions rather than treated as universal specifications.
Foundation and footing work requires coordination between excavation, concrete placement, and drainage planning.
VALROC handles foundation work as a complete system rather than a single isolated task.
Foundation and footing work requires coordination between excavation, concrete placement, and drainage planning.
VALROC handles foundation work as a complete system rather than a single isolated task.
The best foundation type depends on soil conditions, building use, and load requirements.
VALROC evaluates site conditions and building needs before recommending a foundation approach.
The best foundation type depends on soil conditions, building use, and load requirements.
VALROC evaluates site conditions and building needs before recommending a foundation approach.
A strong foundation comes from proper planning, soil preparation, and controlled construction at every stage.
VALROC applies these steps consistently so foundations are built for stability, not just initial strength.
A strong foundation comes from proper planning, soil preparation, and controlled construction at every stage.
VALROC applies these steps consistently so foundations are built for stability, not just initial strength.
Foundation timelines vary based on project size, site conditions, and weather.
VALROC schedules foundation work to balance efficiency with proper curing and inspection requirements.
Foundation timelines vary based on project size, site conditions, and weather.
VALROC schedules foundation work to balance efficiency with proper curing and inspection requirements.
Concrete foundations are durable, but long-term performance depends on proper site maintenance.
VALROC builds foundations with these long-term factors in mind to reduce future maintenance concerns.
Concrete foundations are durable, but long-term performance depends on proper site maintenance.
VALROC builds foundations with these long-term factors in mind to reduce future maintenance concerns.
METRO VANCOUVER
From our Langley construction yard, VALROC constructs foundations and footings for custom homes, garages, shops, additions and structural exterior work. Excavation, layout, forms, reinforcement, concrete delivery and placement are coordinated with approved structural plans, building elevations and required inspections.
Foundation work in Surrey and White Rock may respond to slopes and retaining conditions, Burnaby infill projects can require controlled access and material delivery, and Delta sites may place added focus on drainage and ground preparation. Each foundation is tied to the structure and property plan it supports.