Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Nov 09, 2007 9:54 am Hi there,
We were just informed that our soil classification is ED - extremely reactive with moisture changes (or something to that degree). Am concerned that several people, not just on this forum, have said that they would not build on this land. I thought that if the builder did the appropriate footings for this soil classification then this would be ok... Footing costs will be a few dollars short of $20,000.00 What are your thoughts... Re: ED soil classification, would you build on it? 2Nov 09, 2007 9:59 am If the footings are properly designed then it should be fine. I guess that's why they cost 20k. No doubt the house next door, and next to that etc have been built and are still standing. If you are concerned, ask the neighbours if they have noticed any movement etc. Re: ED soil classification, would you build on it? 3Nov 09, 2007 10:06 am Agreed. Your being charged the extra cost to ensure the house is structurally sound on that type of soil. If it is engineered correctly it should be fine.
I don't know about your builder, but our builder offers a 25 year structural guarantee. What does your builder offer? Re: ED soil classification, would you build on it? 4Nov 09, 2007 10:07 am Hi there Al,
Whenever I see that photo it makes me laugh, and your comments are often very funny, love reading your posts... Anyway, its a new stage in an already developed area, so there are no neighbours as yet, but have heard that several peoples footing costs have blown out in the same street. But im with you, if the footings are made to the soil classification then it should be ok, you would think... Re: ED soil classification, would you build on it? 6Nov 09, 2007 10:17 am adlse Hi there, We were just informed that our soil classification is ED - extremely reactive with moisture changes (or something to that degree). Am concerned that several people, not just on this forum, have said that they would not build on this land. I thought that if the builder did the appropriate footings for this soil classification then this would be ok... Footing costs will be a few dollars short of $20,000.00 What are your thoughts... As I mentioned in your other post, you are wanting to build on a site that has an extremely reactive soil with deep moisture changes (ED). Reactivity refers to the tendency for the clay soil beneath the footings to shrink and swell with changes in moisture content which can lift and lower the building (which as you can imagine is not a good look) One of the major factors is the ability of water to reach the clay material beneath the footings, since your E site also has a D classification (deep moisture changes greater than 3m) then it is not the best news for a E site. I would not be building on that land. Not trying to scare you as whether you build or not makes no difference to me - just presenting the facts. If you are committed however I would seek a guareentee from the builder or the engineering company. Re: ED soil classification, would you build on it? 7Nov 09, 2007 10:17 am adlse Hi there CookieMonster They provide a 25 year structual gaurantee as well. So I guess if they are willing to build on ED soil, they are willing to back it for 25 years... Provided they are around after 25 years.... There is also the "requirements" by you to look after the slab etc that can be used as "get out of jail free" clauses too by them.... Re: ED soil classification, would you build on it? 8Nov 09, 2007 10:21 am mattwalker adlse Hi there CookieMonster They provide a 25 year structual gaurantee as well. So I guess if they are willing to build on ED soil, they are willing to back it for 25 years... Provided they are around after 25 years.... There is also the "requirements" by you to look after the slab etc that can be used as "get out of jail free" clauses too by them.... eg, drainage, tree control, moisture control Do you also have access to the footings plan? How deep are they going to go? Bought in Nov 21 at the height of the market (classic). Good area, atrocious floor plan. BUT has land out to the left-hand side that we can extend out on (see second… 0 8772 Thanks mate. Yeah good points! Leaning towards Option 3 to get a bit extra space in the cabinets but not going too crazy high (and expensive). Would require a mini… 13 39701 Hi It came to my attention after the handover that - The facade cladding on the face and the side are not straight. -The face tapers down by 50mm from left to right and… 0 2460 |