Everything You Need to Know About Strip Foundation Installations in Hampshire |
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At Cornerstone Foundations UK, our groundwork contractors offer various services to ensure the stability and strength of construction work in Hampshire and the surrounding areas. We specialise in restricted access piling, basement conversions, underpinning services, foundation installations, mini piling, subsidence treatments and basement installations. With each build having unique requirements, our groundworks company tailors the services we provide to always ensure the best results.

Here, we look at one of our most common installations, strip foundations.

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What Are Strip Foundations?

Strip foundations are a type of shallow foundation, typically used for low- to mid-rise residential buildings. We create a shallow trench and fill it with concrete to support the walls of a building.

When Should Strip Foundations Be Used?

Strip foundations are only suitable with stable ground conditions that have a good load-bearing capacity. They are ideal for low- to mid-rise buildings with a moderate load that requires continuous support. They are fast and cost-effective to install, so are a popular choice for many projects.

Our groundwork contractors are happy to advise on the right foundation installation for your upcoming project in Hampshire or the surrounding areas. We can also discuss our restricted access piling, basement conversions and underpinning services.

Key Considerations

Key factors to consider when using strip foundations:

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Soil Conditions

These foundations are best suited for firm, well-compacted soil to ensure good load-bearing capacity.
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Building Type

As mentioned earlier, strip foundations are ideal for low- or mid-rise residential buildings.
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Load Distribution

These foundations need to be able to effectively spread the load across a large area of soil.

When Not to Use Strip Foundations

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High-Rise Buildings

Strip foundations are not suitable for complex or heavy structures.
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Unstable Ground

These foundations shouldn’t be installed on soft or poorly compacted soil.
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Sloping Sites

Strip foundations aren’t recommended for use on sloping or uneven ground.
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Concentrated Loads

These foundations aren’t the best choice for buildings with areas of heavily concentrated loads.

Full Services from Our Groundworks Company

Our groundwork contractors are experts in all groundwork and piling services, providing quality work across Hampshire. We also offer an extensive range of services to meet all requirements, including:

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Subsidence Treatment
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Foundation Installation
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Underpinning Services
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Restricted Access Piling
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Basement Conversions
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Basement Installations
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Basement Rebuilds
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Mini Piling
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Trench-Fill Foundations
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All Other Foundations

Cornerstone Foundations UK - Experts in Subsidence

Call our groundwork contractors on 07436 364091 (Michael), 07887 836811 (Paul) or 0118 2030889 (Office) for foundation installations in Hampshire.

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Everything You Need to Know About Strip Foundation Installations in Hampshire | Expert Groundwork Contractors

What Are Strip Foundations?

When Should Strip Foundations Be Used?

Key Considerations

Soil Conditions

Building Type

Load Distribution

When Not to Use Strip Foundations

High-Rise Buildings

Unstable Ground

Sloping Sites

Concentrated Loads

Full Services from Our Groundworks Company

Subsidence Treatment

Foundation Installation

Underpinning Services

Restricted Access Piling

Basement Conversions

Basement Installations

Basement Rebuilds

Mini Piling

Trench-Fill Foundations

All Other Foundations

Everything You Need to Know About Strip Foundation Installations in Hampshire |
Expert Groundwork Contractors