The size and age of a structure, types of materials used in the construction, ... Building Size-Up: Laying a Solid Foundation. May 7, 2018. Firefighter Nation Content Directors.

Before walls rise and roofs take shape, every great structure begins with its foundation. In this up-close view of ...

Below-grade waterproofing systems can be critical features of building enclosure design, particularly when the structure has a deep foundation. As the foundation goes deeper, there is a greater ...

After the 1960s, new construction in Dallas avoided foundations with blocks or piers. Shifting soil, volatile levels of moisture, and unpredictable weather made these foundation types less ...