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Home Inspection

Category - Building Science

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What is a floating foundation?

Foundation with high water-to-cement ratio
Foundation that relies on flexible joists
Foundation that does not include footings
Foundation that can withstand seismic activity

Explanation

Answer: C - A floating foundation is a foundation that does not include footings. The foundation is basically a cement slab foundation. It is sensitive to temperature changes. Because it actually alters its structure and expands in relation to temperatures, it seems to "float." Most garage floors use floating foundations.

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