The Different Types of Deep Foundations

Foundation matters and there are different kinds! An expert Bay Area foundation drilling company will be able to deliver a reliable and enduring foundation.

Let’s Look at the Different Types of Foundations

A strong and stable foundation is the starting point for any enduring well-built structure. In fact, the strength of a structure depends on its foundation. The roles of a foundation are first, to support the load of an entire structure, keeping it straight and upright. Second, to keep the structure standing against the forces of nature. Third, to protect the interior of the structure. And fourth, to keep the ground moisture and soil conditions from compromising the structure. The foundation must support the “dead” load—the structure itself, and the “live” load—the structure plus people and other objects. An expert Bay Area foundation drilling company will be able to deliver a reliable and enduring foundation.

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Types of Deep Foundations and Their Uses

Poor soil conditions at shallow depth, huge design loads, and site constraints such as property lines can make a deep foundation a better option than one that is shallow. Deep foundations carry building loads to more competent strata that are down too far below the ground level, preventing the surface conditions from affecting their base bearing capacity. They usually go beyond 3 meters below the finished ground surface. Continue reading “Types of Deep Foundations and Their Uses”