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A Guide to Subsidence Surveys & Assessments
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 […]
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10 Subsidence FAQs: Answered
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 […]
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Social Housing Subsidence Solutions
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.
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Which Trees Are Most Likely to Cause Subsidence?
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 […]
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Subsidence & Climate Change: What Role Does the Environment Play?
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% […]
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How Common is Subsidence in the UK?
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 […]