Underpinning Services
Worried About a Sinking or Unstable Building? We’re Here to Help.
When existing foundations start to settle, crack, or fail — whether due to poor soil, age, or unexpected ground movement — you need a reliable solution that restores strength and safety. That’s where we come in.
As experienced and dependable ground engineering contractors, we specialize in underpinning — a proven method to strengthen and stabilise existing foundations,
With over 30 years of experience in underpinning, we specialize in offering bespoke solutions for both commercial and domestic structures. Using either traditional methods or more creative techniques such as mini piles combined with reinforced concrete, we restore the stability of your structure, protecting your peace of mind.
So, What Is Underpinning?
Underpinning involves extending or strengthening an existing foundation to transfer the load to deeper, more stable ground. This can be achieved using various techniques — including mini piles, mass concrete, or other engineered systems — depending on the specific site conditions.
Whether you’re seeing cracks, uneven floors, or signs of settlement, underpinning re-establishes a secure and stable base without needing to rebuild.
How We Solve Your Problems
✅ Seeing Cracks or Signs of Movement?
Underpinning halts further movement by transferring weight to stronger ground — stopping damage before it worsens.
✅ Worried About Foundation Failure?
We reinforce or deepen your foundations with proven techniques that match your building type and soil conditions — restoring structural integrity.
✅ Working in a Confined or Occupied Building?
Our low-disruption methods mean we can often carry out underpinning while the property remains in use — with careful planning and minimal mess.
✅ Not Sure What’s Causing the Problem?
We’ll carry out detailed assessments and soil investigations to get to the root of the issue, and propose the most effective and economical solution.
Frequently asked
questions
What types of structures can benefit from your underpinning services?
Underpinning benefits structures with unstable or settling foundations, including residential homes, commercial buildings, and historic structures requiring reinforcement.
How do you determine the need for underpinning in a building?
A need for underpinning is determined by structural assessments, which may include soil analysis, examining foundation settlement, and identifying cracks or other signs of movement.
What traditional methods do you use in your underpinning services?
Traditional methods include mass concrete underpinning, where concrete is placed beneath existing foundations to increase depth and stability, as well as beam-and-base underpinning.
What are the common signs of subsidence that may require underpinning?
Signs include large cracks in walls or floors, doors and windows misaligning, sloping floors, and visible foundation settlement.
What is the typical timeline for completing an underpinning project?
Underpinning typically takes a few weeks to several months, depending on project size, soil conditions, and the extent of foundation stabilisation required.
What are the long-term benefits of underpinning existing buildings?
Underpinning provides a strengthened foundation, prevents further settlement, increases building stability, and extends the structure’s lifespan.
Can underpinning be done in occupied buildings, and if so, how do you minimise disruption?
Yes, underpinning can be done in occupied buildings. Disruption is minimised by staging work to maintain safe access, using noise-reducing techniques, and scheduling work around occupant needs.
What guarantees do you provide for your underpinning work?
We guarantee our underpinning work which is covered by our own insurances, ensuring long-term foundation stability and providing peace of mind for property owners.
