Foundation repair resources for engineers
Our intention is to provide property owners with basic information on foundation types, foundation maintenance, soil conditions, causes of foundation problems, identifying foundation problems, and where to get help with foundation problems. Below are additional resources for the engineer and building professional.
Professional Organizations
Geotechnical, deep foundation, foundation repair, and soil science organizations worth knowing.
Online Documents
Technical documents and articles about foundation repair and soils, available online.
Books
A reading list on foundation engineering, expansive soils, and geotechnical design.
Soil Maps
Government and technical sources for topographic maps, soil surveys, and soils engineering references.
Glossary of Terms
Plain definitions for the technical terms used in foundation repair and soil behavior.
Free Report: Helical Piles
How to Design Helical Piles per the 2009 International Building Code (PDF).
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