Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jan 07, 2014 4:34 pm Hi, Yesterday I was searching for roots from trees that were removed when my block was cleared last year. I knew where they were located and started poking around only to find water down about 10cm. My block has a fall of 2m from back to front and we have not had any significant rain in the past months. I know where old trees once stood, it can leave damp conditions for quite a while being clay but my father said there is a water spring in this area but can't remember exactly the whereabouts. My worry is what trouble am I in for once my house is built(Concrete slab)? The soil tests from the builder shows that a H1 slab is required but I had another test from a different builder who said a H2 was required and both didn't mention any water problems. Anyone had this before and will it be a problem down the track e.g. rising damp? Regards, Jasper 26 Built the Avoca @ Aquilo, Bonnells Bay http://avocaonaquilo.blogspot.com.au/ 12/10/13 $3K Deposit 31/10/13 Consolidated Tender 11/11/13 Colour Selection 18/02/14 DA approved 19/02/14 Electricals It will be neat but you won't have much freeboard. At least they are not weep holes. Are you in a high intensity rainfall region? The regulatory slope is only required… 3 5254 You can wash over existing pavers with 10% solution of water and hydrochloric acid, then wash off. The acid will provide for required bond key with new concrete. 1 32133 |