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	Basement Construction and Waterproofing. Part 1: Site investigation and preparation
	Order Code: BR030EP ISBN Number: 9781860819810 Publisher: BRE Press Date of Publication: 2007 Price: £9.00
This Good Building Guide discusses one of the main challenges when designing a basement: preventing water or water vapour ingress. The focus is on dampness due to penetration of groundwater, sometimes complicated by rising damp. This part describes the main methods for perimeter construction with advice on safety, insulation and services. The first part outlines the principles of constructing a waterproof basement. Contents Construction methods for domestic-scale basements - Blockwork walls, In-situ reinforced concrete, Precast insulated panels Construction methods for large and/or deep basements - Steel-intensive basements, Diaphragm walls, Contiguous bored piles, Secant piles Noise resistance Thermal performance Ventilation Fire safety and means of escape Daylighting Drainage Heat-producing appliances Vehicle access



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