Underpinning can be complex, depending on the method used and the severity of the subsidence case. There are a few different techniques available to subsidence specialists and underpinning engineers. The method chosen will depend on a number of factors, but there are some subsidence solutions that can be used for all subsidence cases, regardless of […]

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 it […]

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 […]