The concrete slab forms the structural base of a home, but most homeowners never see what goes into it before it’s poured. In this episode, we explain slab on ground construction and why preparation is so critical to the long-term performance of a house. 

The discussion covers plumbing and pipework placement, steel reinforcement, vapour barriers, and common defects that are often missed. We also explain why slab inspections must happen before the concrete pour, why timing can be challenging, and how defects identified early are far easier to fix than those discovered later.

BILD Lab provides practical building education for Victorian homeowners. This is not legal or building advice.