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FOUNDATIONS

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Perhaps the most vulnerable part of a building and certainly the most costly to repair, foundations are not infrequently incorrectly designed or constructed. In the construction industry there is no regulation or requirement for a builder to have any qualifications whatsoever. The designer must comply with regulations, and reputable companies have been trying to ensure they have qualified and experienced staff to undertake the work.
Why, then, are there so many claims on insurance for foundation failure? This chapter starts by defining the functions of foundations and some of the issues relating to the effects of water, the most common challenge to the builder. The various designs of foundation are discussed in relation to soil types and types of loading. The introduction to the use of spreadsheets will enable the reader to carry out simple calculations quickly and efficiently. The more complex calculations would normally be carried out by a qualified structural engineer using professional computer software.

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