What is Foundation Settlement?

Foundation settlement is the downward vertical movement of the foundation caused by the displacement of the surrounding soil. It is a geotechnical settlement that typically occurs as a result of loads (building, vehicles, etc) that exceed the underlying soil-bearing capacity.

Foundation settlement is caused due to geotechnical or soil settlement, which is commonly observed in weak and poorly compacted soil. Many environmental conditions and construction practices can be the major cause of creating soil with poor bearing capacity.

Soil settlement results in settlement cracks in the foundation that require professional repair solutions for the safety and durability of the structure.

This guide explains the foundation settlement in geotechnical engineering, outlining its causes, components, and types.

CHAPTERS
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0:00 What is Foundation Settlement?
0:27 What Does Foundation Settlement Occur?
3:18 Components of Foundation Settlement
1:46 Immediate Settlement of Foundation
2:28 Consolidation Settlement of Foundation
2:54 Creep or Secondary Settlement of Foundation
3:05 Total Foundation Settlement of a Structure
3:18 Types of Foundation Settlement
3:46 Uniform Settlement
4:26 Non-Uniform Settlement
6:34 Causes of Foundation Settlement

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