Shallow Strip Foundation on Piles for Phuket — Stability in a Tropical Climate
Need a reliable foundation for your house in Phuket that can withstand both tropical downpours and waterlogged soil? Our technology is specifically adapted for the conditions of Thailand. We combine the strength of piles, driven deep into stable soil layers, with the cost-effectiveness of a strip foundation, so your home stands for decades without cracks or tilting.
**Why is our foundation specifically suited for Phuket?**
* **For the tropical climate:** The piles go to a depth of up to 4 meters, bypassing the soft surface layers that are eroded by rain. The strip is raised above ground level, preventing capillary moisture from rising into the walls.
* **For waterlogged soils:** Mandatory two-stage waterproofing and perimeter drainage divert water away from the base. We use concrete with increased water resistance (grade W8).
* **For savings without risk:** You get the stability of a deep foundation but save up to 30% compared to a fully buried foundation and up to 40% on concrete.
**What we use and how we work:**
* **Materials:** Concrete grade M300-M350 with hydrophobic additives, galvanized or epoxy-coated rebar (corrosion protection), polymer-bitumen waterproofing.
* **Technology:** Bored piles 300 mm in diameter with reinforcement, monolithic reinforced concrete grillage 400-500 mm high, drainage system with geotextile.
* **Warranty:** 7 years on the foundation structure. All calculations are performed taking into account the seismicity of the Phuket area.
Construction time — 14-18 working days. Free visit by an engineer to the site for soil assessment and cost estimate preparation.