Underpinning

Underpinning is the process of restoring support to a dwelling that has incurred structural distress, often from external influences. Common problems these days are caused by drought related changes to the clay foundations. Dry ground shrinks the clay foundation and causes the walls of dwellings to move, this movement causes gaps and cracking in walls.he walls and floors are the starting point to any good renovation, so this often means these need to be rectified. Other causes for foundation movement include root systems from nearby trees, wet ground from faulty drainage, or simply insufficient foundations for today’s weather conditions.

Cracks in the brickwork of your home are a telling sign that the foundations are failing and often underpinning is required.

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