Post Tensioned Slabs

Post-tensioned slab construction represents the pinnacle of concrete technology for Central Texas applications, providing superior crack resistance and structural performance in our region's challenging soil conditions. At Concrete Contractors of Waco, we specialize in post-tensioned concrete systems using high-strength steel cables that are tensioned after the concrete cures, creating slabs that resist expansive clay soil movement while maintaining flatness over time.

Our post-tensioned expertise encompasses residential, commercial, and industrial applications, with specialized knowledge of Central Texas soil behavior and engineering requirements. We design systems that accommodate seasonal soil movement of 2-4 inches while providing the flatness tolerances required for modern construction.

The post-tensioning process involves precise placement of steel tendons within the concrete slab, followed by stressing operations that compress the concrete and create pre-stressed structural members. Our crews coordinate with certified post-tensioning specialists to ensure proper installation and stressing procedures.

In Central Texas, post-tensioned slabs offer significant advantages over conventional reinforced concrete, including reduced cracking, improved durability, and lower long-term maintenance costs. We provide complete systems from engineering design through final inspection, maintaining detailed documentation required for commercial and industrial projects.

Our post-tensioned slab construction incorporates advanced quality control measures, including cable placement verification, concrete strength testing, and final stressing documentation. We work closely with project teams to ensure post-tensioned systems integrate seamlessly with architectural and structural requirements.