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Prepared by the Shallow Foundations Committee of the Geo-Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers
So Your Home is Built on Expansive Soils: A Discussion on How Expansive Soils Affect Buildings, Second Edition, is written for the layperson in clear, easy-to-understand terms to assist homeowners in understanding why some soils and conditions lead to problematic shrinking and swelling. Both the nature of the soil behavior and how buildings respond are addressed. This comprehensively updated report discusses the difference between cosmetic damage and structural damage resulting from soil shrinkage or heave movement and provides information on both prevention and mitigation of damage.
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Numerous new photographs and updated diagrams and figures illustrate key points.
Also included is a section of frequently asked questions by individuals who have or are building homes on expansive soils.
This book will be of interest to homeowners, as well as construction industry professionals and engineering practitioners.