Types of Foundations and Their Costs in Kenya: A Simple, Real Talk Guide Before you get excited about the tiles or the roof, let's be honest—the foundation is what keeps your house standing. In Kenya, most building disasters don't come from wild designs. They happen because people pick the wrong foundation for their soil. You've probably heard people say, “Huku kwetu watu hujenga hivi tu.” That kind of thinking? It's responsible for cracked walls, sinking floors, and half-finished homes all over the country. So here's a quick, straight-shooting guide to the main types of foundations you'll find in Kenya, where they make sense, and what you'll pay—so you don't have to guess (or regret). Why Do Foundations Matter So Much in Kenya ? Our soils are all over the place: - Black cotton soil (think outskirts of Nairobi , Machakos, Kitengela , parts of Kisumu) - Sandy soil (the Coast, some bits of Eastern) - Hard, rocky ground (Central, Rift Valley) - Waterlogge...