Study the Soil Before You Build

Soil is the foundation of your foundation. Learn more about the importance of soil before you contact an expert Bay Area soil drilling and trenching company.

Why Does Soil Matter So Much?

Soil is more than a pile of dirt and it’s very critical in construction. Indeed, the soil is the foundation of the foundation on which every building or structure is built. Why, because the soil on which a structure of any type is built must support the load of the building, must be stable and drain well (so the building doesn’t shift) and must exert low lateral pressure. All these make for a stable and dry foundation. To construct a reliable foundation that will last on reliable soil conditions, contact an expert Bay Area soil drilling and trenching company.

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5 Different Types of Home Foundations

There are different types of home foundations. In this blog, we take a look at the different types to construct a reliable foundation that will last to educate you before you contact Bay Area residential foundation drilling experts.

There are Different Types of Home Foundations

Having a strong, properly built and well-maintained foundation is critical to the strength and durability of every structure. As Gordon B. Hinckley said pointedly, “You can’t build a great building on a weak foundation. You must have a solid foundation if you’re going to have a strong superstructure.” Without a good foundation, a house cannot last because the foundation carries the full weight of the building, provides a level base for constructing the walls and separates the wood framing from termites in the ground. To construct a reliable foundation that will last, contact Bay Area residential foundation drilling experts.

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