Cribbing Services

Professional Cribbing & Structural Support Services by Refined Companies

Cribbing

At Refined Companies, we provides professional cribbing services in Calgary for residential and light commercial projects. Cribbing is a critical structural support method used during foundation work, basement lowering, structural repairs, and excavation projects where temporary or permanent support is required.

What is Cribbing?

Cribbing is a structural support method used to temporarily or permanently hold, lift, or level a building during construction, foundation repair, or excavation work. It involves stacking engineered materials, such as timber or steel, in a precise pattern to distribute weight evenly and maintain structural integrity. 

Cribbing is commonly required for:

• Basement lowering (underpinning)

• Excavation under existing buildings

• Foundation repairs or replacement

• Load-bearing wall modifications

• Structural leveling

 

Our Cribbing Services

Residential Cribbing
Single Family

Residential Cribbing 
Townhomes

Engineered Cribbing
Firewalls

Our Cribbing Process

Refined Cribbing

Most frequent questions and answers

For a standard residential foundation in Calgary, the cribbing process (setting up the forms and reinforcement) usually takes 2 to 3 days. Once the concrete is poured, the forms (cribs) generally remain in place for 24 to 48 hours to allow the concrete to gain sufficient strength before stripping. Total turnaround time from start to “stripped and ready” is typically about one week, depending on weather conditions.

Precision is our top priority. We use advanced laser leveling technology and high-tension string lines to ensure every wall is perfectly square and matches the architectural blueprints exactly. A level foundation is critical because even a small error at this stage can lead to significant structural issues and increased costs for the framing and finishing trades later in the project.

Yes. Calgary’s terrain often requires walk-out foundations or stepped footings. Our crews are highly experienced in “stepping” the foundation to follow the natural grade of your lot. We ensure that all structural transitions are reinforced properly and meet the specific engineering requirements for Alberta’s soil types, ensuring long-term stability regardless of the slope.

Absolutely. We work directly from your architectural and structural engineering plans. Whether your project requires specific rebar reinforcement patterns, high-strength concrete mixes, or complex grade beams, we ensure 100% compliance with Alberta Building Code (ABC) standards. We also facilitate all necessary municipal inspections to ensure the project passes the first time without costly re-work.

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