Soil Report / Geotechnical

Related terms

• Foundation

  The structure (slab, crawl space, or basement) that transfers the building's load to the ground. Foundation condition underlies the feasi…

• Spalling

  Concrete or masonry surface flaking off, often from freeze-thaw or corroding embedded rebar. Progressive and a structural concern if rein…

• Slab-on-Grade

  A foundation where the concrete floor slab is poured directly on prepared ground with thickened edges. Common in warm climates; relocatin…

• Span

  The clear distance a member bridges between supports. Span tables (or an engineer) set the size and spacing required for a given load.

• Slab Jacking / Mudjacking

  Pumping grout or polyurethane beneath a sunken slab to lift and re-level it — common for driveways, walks, and garage floors.

• Stamped / Sealed Drawings

  Structural drawings signed and sealed by a licensed engineer, certifying the design. Required by permit for beam sizing, wall removal, an…

• Sistering

  Fastening a new joist/rafter alongside a damaged or undersized one to restore or add capacity. A common, code-acceptable structural repai…

• Steel Stud

  Cold-formed metal framing used for non-combustible or tall walls. Light and straight but requires different fasteners and load detailing…