SUPPORT FOOTER SYSTEM

Abstract

A support footer system including a set of pre-cast concrete footers to provide additional support for a structure such as a home, garage, or other buildings and increase structural integrity. The pre-cast concrete footers are inserted and installed into a ground surface forming a defined base perimeter. A footer-unit is installed on top of the at least one pre-cast footers forming a support base for a structure to be built thereon.

Claims

1. A support footer system comprising: a footer assembly including; at least one pre-cast footer; wherein said at least one pre-cast footer is inserted into a ground surface and installed forming a defined base perimeter; wherein one of said at least one pre-cast footers is installed at each corner of said defined base perimeter; and wherein a footer-unit is installed on top of said at least one pre-cast footers forming a support base for a structure to be built thereon.

2. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein each of said at least one pre-cast footer comprises a ground-insertion-member and a planar-member.

3. The support footer system of claim 2, wherein said ground-insertion-member extends vertically from said planar-member.

4. The support footer system of claim 3, wherein said ground-insertion-member is configured to be inserted into said ground surface.

5. The support footer system of claim 2, wherein said planar-member comprises a planar surface for supporting said structure thereon.

6. The support footer system of claim 5, wherein said planar-member comprises a 90-degree angle profile.

7. The support footer system of claim 5, wherein said planar-member comprises a top-side and a bottom-side, said bottom-side having said ground-insertion-member extending therefrom and said top-side being in contact with said footer-unit when installed.

8. The support footer system of claim 7, wherein said top-side of said planar-member comprises a raised outer border defining a first-side and a second-side of said 90-degree angle profile.

9. The support footer system of claim 8, wherein end-portions of said 90-degree angle profile are open-ended.

10. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein said planar-member is positioned above said ground surface when said ground-insertion-member is fully inserted into said ground surface.

11. The support footer system of claim 5, wherein said planar-member does not comprise a 90-degree angle profile.

12. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein said defined base perimeter is substantially similar to a profile of a base of said structure.

13. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein said ground-insertion-member and a planar-member together form a single unit.

14. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein said at least one pre-cast footer further comprises a stop notch.

15. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein each of said at least one pre-cast footer comprises concrete.

16. The support footer system of claim 1, wherein said at least one pre-cast footer comprises a height of approximately 12 inches.

17. The support footer system of claim 16, wherein said at least one pre-cast footer comprises a width of approximately 16 inches.

18. The support footer system of claim 17, wherein a minimum-length of said at least one pre-cast footer is 8 feet.

19. The support footer system of claim 18, wherein a maximum-length of said at least one pre-cast footer is 30 feet.

20. A support footer system, the support footer system comprising: a footer assembly including; at least one pre-cast footer; wherein said at least one pre-cast footer is inserted into a ground surface and installed forming a defined base perimeter; wherein one of said at least one pre-cast footers is installed at each corner of said defined base perimeter; wherein a footer-unit is installed on top of said at least one pre-cast footers forming a support base for a structure to be built thereon wherein each of said at least one pre-cast footer comprises a ground-insertion-member and a planar-member; wherein said ground-insertion-member extends vertically from said planar-member; wherein said ground-insertion-member is configured to be inserted into said ground surface; wherein said planar-member comprises a planar surface for supporting said structure thereon; wherein said planar-member comprises a 90-degree angle profile; wherein said planar-member comprises a top-side and a bottom-side, said bottom-side having said ground-insertion-member extending therefrom and said top-side being in contact with said footer-unit when installed; wherein said top-side of said planar-member comprises a raised outer border defining a first-side and a second-side of said 90-degree angle profile; wherein end-portions of said 90-degree angle profile are open-ended; wherein said planar-member is positioned above said ground surface when said ground-insertion-member is fully inserted into said ground surface; wherein said defined base perimeter is substantially similar to a profile of a base of said structure; wherein said ground-insertion-member and a planar-member together form a single unit; wherein said at least one pre-cast footer further comprises a stop notch; wherein each of said at least one pre-cast footer comprises concrete; wherein said at least one pre-cast footer comprises a height of approximately 12 inches; and wherein said at least one pre-cast footer comprises a width of approximately 16 inches.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] The figures which accompany the written portion of this specification illustrate embodiments and methods of use for the present disclosure, a support footer system, constructed and operative according to the teachings of the present disclosure.

[0010] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the support footer system during an in-use condition, according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

[0011] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the support footer system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the support footer system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the support footer system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the support footer system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] The various embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, wherein like designations denote like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0016] As discussed above, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to construction and more particularly to a support footer system as used to improve the foundation of a structure.

[0017] Generally, the present invention provides general contractors, developers, building contractors, etc. with pre-cast concrete footers installed in the ground prior to erecting the foundation of a home, garage, and more. Includes wing supports and stop notches for installation when mounting the footers into the ground. It allows users to easily install the device before the footer, ensuring walls are properly constructed and all shifting and moving is prevented. The device improves the building's structure, eliminating the need to make future repairs and adjustments due to shifting walls.

[0018] The system includes a set of pre-cast concrete footers designed to offer additional support for a home, garage, or other building's structural integrity. The pre-cast footers are installed underneath the main footer unit, effectively preventing walls from shifting and moving over time. Each pre-cast footer can have wing supports and stop notches for installation into the ground. Users can insert the pre-cast footers into the ground before applying the main footer unit. The main footer is installed on top of the pre-cast footers present on each corner of the main footer. The walls can be erected as normal after installation of the main footer unit. The pre-cast footers can be useful for accommodating wall systems, poured walls, and other applications with minimal effort required. Support footer system can be constructed using concrete and other suitable materials. Each footer may measure approximately 8-30 in length, 16 in width, and 12 in height.

[0019] Referring now more specifically to the drawings by numerals of reference, there is shown in FIGS. 1-5, various views of a support footer system 100. FIG. 1 shows a support footer system 100 during an in-use condition 150, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated, the support footer system 100 may include a footer assembly 110 including at least one pre-cast footer 120. The at least one pre-cast footer 120 is inserted into a ground surface 10 and installed forming a defined base perimeter. One of the at least one pre-cast footers 120 is installed at each corner of the defined base perimeter. A footer-unit 130 is installed on top of the at least one pre-cast footers 120 forming a support base for a structure 20 to be built thereon. The present invention offers a simple and convenient solution to erecting new structures 20 or other buildings with more sound, durable foundations.

[0020] FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the support footer system 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the support footer system 100 may include the series of pre-cast footers 120 which may be used in combination to provide a stable base for applying the footer-unit 130 on top of. Each of the at least one pre-cast footer 120 comprises a ground-insertion-member 122 and a planar-member 124. The ground-insertion-member 122 and a planar-member 124 together form a single unit. The ground-insertion-member 122 extends vertically from the planar-member 124. The ground-insertion-member 122 is configured to be inserted into the ground surface 10 such that the planar-member 124 is positioned above the ground surface 10 when the ground-insertion-member 122 is fully inserted into the ground surface 10. The planar-member 124 comprises a planar surface for supporting the structure 20 thereon. Planar-members 124 of the at least one pre-cast footer 120 positioned at the corners of the defined base perimeter comprise a 90-degree angle profile. Other planar-members 124 may comprise an elongated straight profile.

[0021] FIGS. 3-4 show perspective views of the support footer system 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the support footer system 100 may include the footer assembly 110 including at least one pre-cast footer 120 which may be installed in a ground surface 10 prior to erecting a foundation of a structure 20 such as a home, garage, and more. The planar-member 124 comprises a top-side 126 and a bottom-side 127. The bottom-side 127 has the ground-insertion-member 122 extending therefrom and the top-side 126 being in contact with the footer-unit 130 when installed. The top-side 126 of the planar-member 124 may comprise a raised outer border 135 defining a first-side 136 and a second-side 138 of the 90-degree angle profile. End-portions 140 of the 90-degree angle profile are open-ended. The defined base perimeter is substantially similar to a profile of a base of the structure 20. The at least one pre-cast footers 120 may be arranged in a variety of configurations to accommodate various structures.

[0022] FIG. 5 shows a perspective view of the support footer system 100 of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the support footer system 100 may include at least one pre-cast footer 120 which may be inserted into the ground surface 10 in the defined base perimeter. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one pre-cast footer 120 further comprises a stop notch to help with insertion of the at least one pre-cast footer 120 into the ground surface. Each of the at least one pre-cast footer 120 preferably comprises concrete. The at least one pre-cast footer 120 comprises a height of approximately 12 inches, a width of approximately 16 inches, and a length between 8 feet and 30 feet.

[0023] The embodiments of the invention described herein are exemplary and numerous modifications, variations and rearrangements can be readily envisioned to achieve substantially equivalent results, all of which are intended to be embraced within the spirit and scope of the invention. Further, the purpose of the foregoing abstract is to enable the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally, and especially the scientist, engineers and practitioners in the art who are not familiar with patent or legal terms or phraseology, to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and essence of the technical disclosure of the application.