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Advantages and Disadvantages of Various Construction Soil

All constructions require a strong foundation. A strong foundation is achieved through underlying surfaces like the type of soil which is stable during various seasons and weather conditions. Type of soil impact foundations differently. A good soil type doesn’t damage structures or cause shifting beneath the foundations. Lakshmi Infra has more than a decade long experience in building Premium Apartments in Hyderabad. So today, experts from Lakshmi Infra have listed the types of soils we encounter for construction and their pros and cons you should know.

Peat

Often found in low-laying areas peat is dark brown colour soil formed due to decayed plants. Peat can hold water which makes it easily compressible. Peat is the worst material for construction foundation, however, is excellent for internal partitions and in external walls. Peat houses were common thousands of years ago as this is a non-toxic material.

Advantages:

  • Environmentally friendly
  • Peat blocks if used in walls act as an air cleaner
  • Peat blocks in walls create sound and thermal proofing spaces

Disadvantages:

  • Poor choice for supporting structures
  • Needs high technical expertise to use peat correctly
  • Sourcing peat blocks can be a challenge

Clay

Clay is easily mouldable and holds water quite well. Clay soil expands and shrinks during weather changes. The use of clay and based materials to build walls has been a common practice in India and parts of Scotland for centuries.

Advantages:

  • Ideal material for tropical conditions
  • Durable clay bricks add value and style
  • Insulation properties help save energy costs

Disadvantages:

  • Poor choice for foundation
  • Highly susceptible to dampness
  • Require skilled craftsmen for correct use

Silt

found in borrow pits, silt soil is made of small particles. Silt is known to hold water for a longer time. This soil tends to expand as it drains poorly.

Advantages:

  • Fertile soil
  • Better water holding capacity
  • Easier to work with than clay

Disadvantages:

  • Weakens the foundation due to expansion
  • Unsuitable for most constructions

Sand

Sand is the most common type of soil used in constructions as it does not retain moisture and drains quite well. Many types of sand available can be used for various purposes on a construction site. Sandy soil is often mixed with other materials to achieve rigidity and stability in construction.

Advantages:

  • Supports heavy loads, hence suitable for construction
  • Offers good drainage
  • Does not contain organic or impure compounds

Disadvantages:

  • The sand particles can wash away, leaving gaps underneath the foundation.
  • Quality sand is expensive

Loam

Loamy soil has a mixture of silt, sand and clay. The soil is dark in colour, soft and dry to the touch. The soil holds water at a more balanced rate. It is considered an ideal material by the construction fraternity.

Advantages:

  • Ideal for construction as it holds water at a balanced rate
  • Manages air humidity if used as a layer on the inside walls
  • Ideal to build walls when mixed with straw

Disadvantages:

  • Effective in construction only if organic or miscellaneous soils aren't mixed
  • Better than clay but worst than sand

Rock

Rocky soils are universally used in construction. Rocky soil is formed with rocks of different sizes. Not all rocky soils have the same density. Rocky soil does not retain water. Found all over the world, rocky soil is light brown or grey.

Advantages:

  • High weight-bearing capacity
  • Ideal for supporting foundations
  • Practical, economical, non-toxic and reliable

Disadvantages:

  • Effective material only if levelled properly
  • Right grain size is not found naturally
How does an average person gauge the type of soil used in construction projects these days? Our busy schedules hardly allow us to visit the site multiple times before we lock in a deal. Hence, we suggest always considering reputed developers and builders known for their quality standards like Lakshmi Infra. Lakshmi Infra currently has 2,3 BHK Flats For Sale in Miyapur at one of their prestigious projects-Lakshmi’s Emperia. The projects foundation and all materials used are made to last. Have any other questions? Don’t hesitate to contact Lakshmi Infra.
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