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Form-A-Drain:
It's About Time
Rockingham Redi-Mix is proud to offer
the Form-A-Drain® foundation footing system.
Manufactured by Certainteed Corporation, Form-A-Drain
is a permanently installed system
that:
 Forms
footings
Drains
foundations, and
Provides
a sub-slab perimeter radon evacuation system. |
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 What
is Form-A-Drain?
Form-A-Drain is an alternative to traditional
footings for residential construction. The Form-A-Drain system is
composed of 12 foot' PVC lineals (available in a range of heights),
and a variety of fittings and accessories, incorporating a drainage
system into the footing construction. The system is permanently
installed, becoming part of the foundation.
The lineal pieces are joined with couplings and corners, incorporate
spacers to minimize measuring time, and can be used with single and
double drainage outlet units, accommodating nearly any foundation
layout. PVC components will not sage or crimp. Form-A-Drain is also
an effective method of reducing radon, since it is a sub-slab perimeter
system that forms a complete loop around the foundation. |
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Why Form-A-Drain?
The Form-A-Drain system comprises three separate
functions:
Acts
as forms for concrete footings,
Drains
foundation,
Provides
sub-slab perimeter radon reduction system.
By incorporating these functions into one system, Form-A-Drain is
a cost effective alternative to pouring traditional footings and installing
drainage and radon evacuation. Form-A-Drain benefits include:
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System remains in place, eliminating
the cost of building, removing, cleaning and transporting forms. |
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Dry fit joints reduce form
setup time. |
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Lightweight components reduce
risk of injury and require less manpower. |
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Form-A-Drain Construction
 When
site preparation is complete, the contractor begins with a rough layout
of the required number of lineals, couplings and corners. Lineals
are cut as they are laid, with a hand saw or power saw, to ensure
proper dimensions on site.
Leveling can be accomplished during or after assembly. Spacer straps
(available in various lengths) are used during assembly reduce measuring
time. Drainage outlets are added per plans in compliance with local
codes and regulations.
 Concrete
is poured into the Form-A-Drain, and screed off as in traditional
pouring. Stone can be placed before or after pouring, but the Form-A-Drain
stays in place!
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Form -A-Drain
Foundation Footing Systems
The Form-A-Drain foundation footing
system, manufactured by Certainteed Corporation, is intended for
new residential construction. Form-A-Drain systems:
Form
footings, provide drainage and reduce radon
Reduces
construction time
Require
no specialized tools or equipment.
Call (540) 433-9128 or email
our staff for more information on Form-A-Drain® components
and installation. |
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