is it beneficial for a house to be constructed from reinforced concrete?

Answer 1

Most new builds in Spain are from reinforced concrete.
quick ,easy and cheap.several areas where earthquakes are common they build all houses this way.the only problem was that they tended to split from things like stair sections that were only attatched and not built in.

Answer 2

Yes.
Non-reinforced concrete is simply liquid concrete that has been poured into a mold or casing. The concrete solidifies and cures providing a rather strong structure.
Reinforced concrete adds the element of rebars (metal rods) that are placed into the molds or casings that add to the strength and structural integrity of the finished project.
It's not just a matter of tremors, a reiforced structure is better able to withstand high winds and floods as well.

Answer 3

This is a home construction method gaining popularity for a number of reasons. In addition to the added strength in areas where hurricanes or tornadoes are a problem, it has the major benefit of being fire and humidity resistant.
Too, as wood for framing studs becomes more expensive, some builders are using steel studs with the reinforced concrete as the primary wall material.
Foundation movement can be a problem, so the builder needs to be sure piers are securely anchored in bedrock.

Answer 4

It depends when it was built and where. In the UK a lot of houses were built post war from concrete. Not to a great standard and as a result lots have had structural problems. These are mainly caused by the steel rusting causing the concrete to burst.

Answer 5

Yes and No

Yes because concrete is a solid structure and requires little maintenance.

No because when concrete homes were built they tended to use asbestos to treat and protect the concrete against damage and make it stronger.

Therefore a very expensive thing to treat.

also i used to live in a concrete house they take a lot of heating.

finally it's difficult to get a mortgage on a concrete building, not sure why

Answer 6

Yes it is beneficial if you are in an area prone to eathquakes, tornadoes, or huricanes. However they are more expensive to build. They are more efficient with heating and cooling, but they are harder to deal with when you want to hang a picture. There are all types of new building techniques which provide pros and cons over the long term. You should research the method your choose very well, and choose a qualified contractor. Otherwise it doesn't matter how good the house is it will be a waste of money.

Answer 7

yes definetly reinforced concrete can protect against minor earthquakes and tornados. If you ever decide to sell the house always make sure to mention that. It will add a few thousand to the price.

Answer 8

yes just look what happened to the little pigs that built there houses out of straw and sticks.

Answer 9

only if you have a lot of earthquakes