To limit the probability of:
This is to limit the probability of:
This is to limit the probability of excessive moisture loading on foundation walls and basement floors, which could lead to the accumulation of water under hydrostatic pressure, which could lead to:
This is to limit the probability of:
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.
To limit the probability the accumulation of water under hydrostatic pressure on the soil immediately beneath the footings, will lead to saturation and a reduction in the soil's bearing capacity, which could lead to the failure of foundation walls and basement floors, which could lead to harm to persons.