Hot summers can move foundations
Millett, C.
Hot summers can move foundations - Building Today 198(5832) 20-22(3) .
Examines the subsidence problems caused by this year`s hot dry summer, exacerbated by the existence of tree roots near buildings, outlines BRE recommendations on how to prevent seasonal ground movement and gives advice on how to carry out an investigation of suspected subsidence. Includes a table showing the classification of visible damage to walls . References.
BUILDING DEFECTS
DROUGHT
Hot summers can move foundations - Building Today 198(5832) 20-22(3) .
Examines the subsidence problems caused by this year`s hot dry summer, exacerbated by the existence of tree roots near buildings, outlines BRE recommendations on how to prevent seasonal ground movement and gives advice on how to carry out an investigation of suspected subsidence. Includes a table showing the classification of visible damage to walls . References.
BUILDING DEFECTS
DROUGHT