The type of foundation that is installed often depends on a variety of different factors such as the type of soil, the size of the structure in question and the budget of the client, and these are taken into consideration as part of an on-site evaluation. After all, it is vital that the correct foundational approach is put into place. It is often thought that piling is a technique reserved for large-scale projects like multi-story buildings, however it is just as suitable for residential application too. Read on as we explain why…
Piling is a type of deep foundation which means that the weight of a structure is reinforced to the stronger soil deep within the earth and it is this quality that has earned the approach a reputation for being implemented in large-scale projects. With this said, it is not the size of a building that determines the most effective foundational approach, but rather a collection of individual factors that must be taken into consideration together.
Take residential properties as a key example – they certainly aren’t as heavy as a multi-story office building would be, however a shallow foundation may not be an effective approach to take if the structure is surrounded by poor-quality soil that is susceptible to moisture changes and movement. Piling bypasses this weaker soil to provide stability at all times which means that it is often essential in many residential applications.
Furthermore, piling is considerably more durable than alternative approaches because it provides support that can last several lifetimes, whereas natural soil movement may destroy a shallow foundation and leave a residential property susceptible to the beck-and-call of subsidence – and this is often expensive to rectify.
Here at Rhino Piling, we know how confusing the technical jargon of the piling industry can be which is why we make it a priority to simplify our foundational approaches in a way that every client can understand. After all, residential piling is becoming a sought-after technique and it is essential that homeowners are able to grasp the full extent of the work that we carry out. To find out more information get in contact with the best piling Manchester has to offer and speak to a member of the team today.
