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Question

A layer provided to prevent entry of unwanted moisture inside the building either by seepage or by leakage is known as

The correct answer is

Damp proof course

The term for this essential barrier is Damp Proof Course (DPC) . The primary function of the damp proof course is to create an impermeable layer that stops moisture from travelling upwards or inwards into the walls and thus into the building interior.

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Important Questions from Substructure

  1. Temporary arrangement of boardings, wailings and struts which is provided to give support to sides of trench is known as___________.

  2. The portions of the structure below the ground level are called as

  3. The process of marking the positions of various foundations and other elements on to the ground as per the drawings is called as

  4. The structure which is used to divide the stages in different levels is termed as-

  5. The layout for substructure work must consider nearby underground based utilities because:

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