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It is quite safe to excavate right up next to a properly designed and built foundation of a 1- or 2-story house, as long as you first locate the gas, electric sewer and water lines, and take care not to break these.
The foundation wall receives a varying load from the fill next to it. When dry, the load is less; when the soil is saturated, the load is more. But unless you have a foundation on an extremely steep hill, or very close to a lake or ocean, or the water table is very high, you are probably going to be OK.
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Concrete Foundation Installation?
form_title=Concrete Foundation Installation form_header=7683 Have there been any completed structural drawings for this project?*= () Yes () No Which kind of concrete foundation would you like?*= () Poured concrete slab foundation () Concrete pier foundation () Poured concrete basement () Concrete block foundation () Poured concrete foundation with crawlspace () Want recommendation Please specify what the purpose of the foundation is.*= () Foundation for a new home () Foundation for a mobile home () Existing foundation is beyond repair () Foundation for addition or small structure
Is it possible to expand the size of a concrete slab foundation and if so how is it done ie we are knocking down existing house and want to expand the floorplan?
Expand the following: 3 ( 2x +5 )
How close can you excavate to building foundations?
It isn't as critical as to how close you excavate to building foundations. You want to be more careful not to excavate below a building's foundation. As a geotechnical engineer, we recommend that excavations for additions or appertenant structures not be extended within a 2 horizontal to 1 vertical oversize area extending down and away from the outside edge of the existing building's foundation. Hopefully this helps.
Landscape Grading & Resloping?
form_title=Landscape Grading & Resloping form_header=9593 Please specify what the purpose of the grading is.*= () Drainage before installing landscaping () Improving existing drainage () Pond digging () Building or deck foundation digging () Berms () Driveway preparation () Septic tank and leach field () Other Was the site surveyed and landscape drawings done?*= () Yes () No () Don't Know
How do you calculate invert level of existing pipe?
The invert level of an existing pipe is the result when you subtract the depth/height of the lowest elevation/level of the inside/inner portion of the existing pipe from the surface reference elevation most commonly known as benchmark (BM). Benchmark (BM) can usually be found on permanent structure in the surface/ground.
What color should I paint the adjacent wall to complement the existing decor in the room?
Consider painting the adjacent wall a neutral color like beige, gray, or white to complement the existing decor in the room.
Do you need new concrete poured for a garage to be built or can you use existing foundation?
If the condition of the existing foundation is determined to be sound for the LIFE of the proposed structure and the proposed structure does not exceed the limitations of the existing structure. (example- putting a 2 story garage/apt on a foundation designed for the load of a one story garage)
What are the necessary steps and considerations for basement digging out?
The necessary steps and considerations for basement digging out include obtaining necessary permits, assessing the structural integrity of the existing foundation, planning for proper drainage and waterproofing, hiring experienced contractors, and ensuring proper ventilation and safety measures are in place during the excavation process.
Is the 4th dimension time or the existing dimension copied and place adjacent?
It can be anything you like, although often it is time.
What are the factors that governed the number and length of the bays when constructing the traditional strip footing underpinning?
1) total length of wall to be underpinned. 2) width of existing foundations. 3) general conditions of existing substructure. 4) superimposed loading of existing foundation. 5) estimated spanning ability of existing foundation. 6) subsoil conditions encountered.
Was Confederation an attempt to solve existing problems and lay a foundation for a country?
When they wanted to unite all colonies.
Concrete Foundation Installation?
form_title=Concrete Foundation Installation form_header=7683 Have there been any completed structural drawings for this project?*= () Yes () No Which kind of concrete foundation would you like?*= () Poured concrete slab foundation () Concrete pier foundation () Poured concrete basement () Concrete block foundation () Poured concrete foundation with crawlspace () Want recommendation Please specify what the purpose of the foundation is.*= () Foundation for a new home () Foundation for a mobile home () Existing foundation is beyond repair () Foundation for addition or small structure
Can you use pile foundation on existing foundation?
There are various reasons such as: 1) Its not possible because pile foundation are designed for 2) Particular life cycle and its specially depends on ground conditions of soil properties. 3) Pile foundation is one part of major foundation in construction where life cycle is required more with another reason are pile foundation is used for which type of structure its also important factor considering time of design. 4) One another major factor is settlement of existing pile foundation is in specific limits or not. Also so many reasons etc. Thanks & Regards HARSHAL.S.KHODE Deputy Manager (QA/QC)
What does it mean to say that a research study does not exist in isolation?
This statement refers to the fact that each research study is a part of an existing body of knowledge, building on the foundation of past research and expanding that foundation for future research.
Are new in ground swimming pools destructive to the integrity of an existing building?
No. They generally do not have any effect on the integrity of an existing building. However, you should be careful when you are in the process of digging and building one to not do it close to the foundation of an existing building. Also make sure that the pool water is not leaking into the ground
What is the Cost to re-build a house on existing foundation?
If a hurricane destroyed our home the foundation would still be there. How much would it cost per square foot to re-build the same size house on the remaining foundation? Our home is about 1,700 sq.ft with a double garage attached. Thanks
What is the Cost to re build a house on existing foundation?
If a hurricane destroyed our home the foundation would still be there. How much would it cost per square foot to re-build the same size house on the remaining foundation? Our home is about 1,700 sq.ft with a double garage attached. Thanks
