Residential

How Trees and Dry Weather Cause Subsidence: A Homeowner’s Guide If you live in a part of the UK built on clay soils, particularly in the south and east, your home could be at risk of subsidence – especially during long, dry summers. This guide explains the science behind the problem, why certain trees make […]

What Is a Subsidence Surge – And Why Should You Care in 2025? Following an unusually dry spring across many parts of the UK, concerns are growing about the increased risk of a subsidence surge in summer 2025. When warm weather dries out clay-rich soils, the ground beneath buildings can shrink and destabilise – a […]

It can be alarming when you begin to notice your house leaning to one side. Usually, the culprit here is subsidence. However, there are several other signs of subsidence that will present themselves long before the leaning stage starts. But if you’ve just purchased your house without having a survey done or if you’ve simply […]

Subsidence is every property owner’s worst nightmare, whether you own a domestic or commercial building. The consequences can be destructive, expensive and disruptive if left untreated. In this article, we’ll be telling you what subsidence is, what causes it, the signs to look out for and how to fix it in a way that is […]

Subsidence can be extremely destructive to buildings and other structures, and traditional underpinning methods can be time-consuming, disruptive and messy. This is made increasingly prevalent by the fact that 1.2 million more homes are at risk of subsidence than there were previously. However, there’s an innovative technology on the scene by way of the geopolymer […]

Is your property showing signs of cracking walls, sloping floors, or doors that suddenly won’t close properly? If so, your property might be experiencing clay shrinkage subsidence. For many homeowners and property managers, this issue can feel complex and overwhelming.  Yet, understanding the causes and available solutions is crucial to protecting your investment and ensuring […]

Building a safe, stable foundation for your structures is just as important as crafting what sits above it. Foundations are the unsung heroes of construction, silently supporting homes, commercial buildings, and infrastructure for decades. But what happens when they need a helping hand? Cue underpinning, an age-old technique evolving with modern engineering.  If you’ve been […]

With March having the least rainfall for 60 years in some areas of the UK, and April forecasts showing little change, could the UK be heading for a subsidence surge event? Using AI, we’ve analysed local and global climatic conditions leading up to previous surges to identify patterns and predictive signals. The data points to […]

Subsidence and other types of ground movement are one of the most serious threats to your property. With changing weather patterns and increasing dry spells, the risk is on the rise, especially during the warmer months. As homeowners, understanding subsidence, its causes, and how to reduce its impact is essential to safeguarding your property. This […]

There are multiple reasons for the high number of British homes experiencing subsidence, from tree roots and soil type to inadequate development sites and extreme weather conditions as a result of climate change. In this article, we’ll be explaining what subsidence is, but we’ll also be going through what the top six causes of subsidence […]

l typesThere are many different soil types across the UK, from clay and chalk to sand and peat. But did you know that some of them are more prone to subsidence than others? In this article, we’ll be taking you through some of the most common soil types in the UK, together with their characteristics […]

Subsidence is a troublesome problem, and it’s every homeowner’s worst nightmare. But when instances of subsidence are found early, it often means that solutions can be brought in before the issue becomes irreparable. A subsidence assessment from Geobear will help to ensure signs are identified and an underpinning method is determined to restore the property […]

Subsidence can be troubling for homeowners and commercial property owners alike. It can strike at any time, under the right conditions. However, there are still many people who aren’t aware of what it is, and nor are they aware of the detrimental effects it can have on the structure of the property itself.  According to […]

Geobear collaborates with social housing organisations to provide rapid and effective subsidence solutions, enhancing tenants’ living conditions, minimising the necessity for alternative accommodations, and promoting low-carbon methods. In a testimonial, Senior Surveyor Bill Middup Jones from Redditch Borough Council discusses the council’s approach to subsidence repairs using Geobear’s services.  

Trees might seem like a harmless, green and interesting addition to any garden, but when they’re planted too close or become too big, they can cause structural damage to any neighbouring properties, including your home. If you’re thinking about planting some trees or large shrubs in the vicinity of your house, then there are some […]

You might think that subsidence comes as a result of foundations being built on clay soil or because trees and shrubs have been planted too close to the structure, but there’s actually more at play, these days when it comes to the ever-increasing cases of subsidence. According to LV Insurance, there has been a 49% […]

According to LV Insurance, 4.4 million homeowners have no idea what subsidence is. More worryingly, however, the same source also claims that one in five customers noticed the signs, and 26% of those who noticed them took no action to fix it. This is mainly because over half of those trying to make a claim […]

Subsidence is an issue that affects 20% of homes in the UK, in some form or another, according to WSP Solicitors. Those statistics show no sign of slowing down, either. In fact, subsidence problems are set to get worse as climate change begins to take hold, claims the British Geological Survey.  Seeing as this is […]

What is MORECS data? MORECS (Meteorological Office Rainfall and Evaporation Calculation System) data is a valuable tool for monitoring soil moisture levels across the UK. It provides insights into water balance by measuring rainfall, evaporation, and transpiration rates, which affect the moisture content of the soil. Here’s how it works and its implications for subsidence: […]

When it comes to subsidence solutions, there are a few methods to choose from. Whether you’re looking to rely on century-old underpinning methods or want to embrace modern techniques, such as the geopolymer resin injection method, it’s important that you know and understand the ins and outs of each solution in order to make the […]