Economic feasibility is one of the most important factors for selection of foundation system. We have discussed the economic suitability of different type of foundation on another article: Types of Foundation – Pick the Best One. for a Project. There are many other important factors that one should consider before choosing a foundation system for a particular structure. Those factors are briefly noted below:
- Importance of the Building
- Life of the Structure
- Loads from superstructure
- Type of construction materials to be used.
- Water table level.
- Type of adjoining structure.
- Soil condition.
- Location of building