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Substructure | Foundation and Basement

September 29, 2010 by admin 2 Comments

Substructure:

Substructure is that part of a building which is constructed below the ground level is known as substructure.

Following are the examples of Substructure.

Foundation:

The part of the building constructed below the ground level which transfer loads safely to the soil. Foundation does not provide accommodation.

Basement:

The portion of a building which provides accommodation and is below ground level is known as basement.

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