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excavation protection
Hello all, I have a site that is being prepared for a walkout basement. The excavation, however, may end up being completed six months before construction will begin on the foundation in spring 04. What steps, if any, do I need to take to ensure the integrity of the site. The soil is a rocky...- canner
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- Forum: Foundation engineering
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Foundation choice for daylight basement
Hello. I am considering which of the different types of available foundations will be best for a new home in south-central PA. The foundation is to be 36'x52'. The soil is a silty-loam and slopes down about eight feet over the 36 foot depth of the house. We want to install a daylight basement...- canner
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- Forum: Foundation engineering
