In a lot of situations, the thing which is least likely to happen is also the most disastrous when it does. In the case of building management and maintenance you’ll find that damaged foundations can be the most disastrous and the most costly to repair.
The risks of your foundation getting damaged are considerably smaller than other elements to your property, but the risk still exists. There are a number of things which could increase the risks, including improperly constructed foundations or poorly protected foundations.
In order to avoid foundations which will degrade over time, it is necessary to consider and investigate all of the risks which your building may be exposed to over time, such as ground moisture content, acidity and more. The best way for you to protect a building is to use waterproof materials to protect cement and metal foundations, thereby allowing you to control the environment they are exposed to.