Residential

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. Contact Geobear today for subsidence solutions. […]

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 & how does it relate to subsidence? 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 […]

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 […]

House subsidence is what homeowners fear. According to Today’s Conveyancer, around 7.65 million homes in the UK are exposed to subsidence risks. Subsidence can be incredibly destructive, especially when left untreated. That’s why it’s important that you find out, as soon as possible, whether or not your house is subsiding. Not only does this give […]

Subsidence of any kind is every homeowner’s worst nightmare, whether it be the entire structure or sections of it. From extensions and conservatories to bay windows and outbuildings, almost every structure has the potential to subside, under the right circumstances. While it might seem unlikely, or uncommon, for a bay window to subside, it can […]

Is Your Conservatory Sinking? What Are the Causes & What Can You Do About it? Subsidence is a structural issue that, typically, affects domestic houses and commercial properties. However, where we only ever hear of instances of subsidence on larger scales, we often forget that other aspects of our homes can be affected by the […]

There are multiple ways in which climate change is set to affect us in our homes. From record-breaking temperatures to the structural integrity of our properties, climate change has never posed as much of a threat as it does today.  According to Fidelity Singapore, the continuing growth of greenhouse gas emissions, if they were to […]

When the ground beneath a structure begins to weaken, it becomes unstable. This then causes the building that sits on top to shift and become warped and damaged. It can be a daunting prospect as a homeowner to come across signs that your house needs to be underpinned.  However, there are some things that you’ll […]

Subsidence is something that all homeowners will dread coming across. From cracks in the walls to your extension pulling away from the rest of your house, it’s natural to jump to subsidence as the issue. But what if we told you that those things don’t always come as a result of structural problems?  In this […]

Subsidence is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. It’s something that property owners alike, whether commercial or domestic, will do their best to avoid, but what if the cause of subsidence issues is, to a point, beyond your control? There are many different causes of subsidence, but it’s often caused by a combination of different factors, rather […]

Underpinning is a method used by specialists to rectify the issue of subsidence. It’s an effective subsidence solution that can be used on both domestic and commercial properties. The underpinning method used by us here at Geobear involves injecting a resin into the affected ground.  The resin will expand as it goes, filling any voids […]

Subsidence is something that every homeowner dreads. Not just because it causes structural issues with the building itself, but also because it could hinder the sale of the property if you’re looking to sell. But how detrimental is subsidence to the price of your home?  If left untreated, the value of your house could drop […]

Geobear provides subsidence repairs for hundreds of properties owned by social housing organisations every year. Using our geopolymer injection solution, residents in social housing properties do not need to relocate, removing any alternative accommodation costs for the housing associations. This video outlines how it works.