Types of Foundations

• Foundations can be built of stone, brick or lumber. But the most common type of foundation is the concrete foundation, according to Hometips.com.
  
  

Pro: Strength

• Concrete foundations provide much more strength and safety to the base of a home or structure than other types of foundations, according to the Concrete Foundations Association of North America's website.
  
  

Pro: Water- and Fire-Resistance

• The durability and flexibility of concrete foundations reduce the affects of leaking basement water. Concrete also is very fire-resistant, so the house's structure would be better protected in the event of a fire.
  
  

Con: Leaks

• Concrete foundations can be difficult to repair. If there is a severe groundwater leak, you will have to dig up the Earth around the foundation all the way to its base.
  
  

Con: Cracks

• Concrete foundations can become cracked, but this problem is not as difficult to fix. All you have to do is cram more cement into the crack and let it dry.