Underpinning Foundations of an Existing Building

Underpinning and Additional Foundations 

It goes without saying that good solid foundations are an essential part of any construction project.
If you are constructing or renovating a building and find that the foundation is not strong or stable enough, the building structure has changed, or perhaps there has been some form of subsidence, you may need to consider underpinning; this is the process of strengthening and reinforcing the foundation.

Why might you need to strengthen existing foundations?

Properties of the soil have changed or flood/subsidence has occurred – Extending the foundations so that they rest on soil that can provide better support, or look to redistribute the weight over a greater surface area.[Read more...]