When building a new structure or only renovate one, underpinning is the method of strengthening the basis known as building-foundation. In this article, we will talk about the reasons why every construction should go under the underpinning process, but most importantly what you should look for when picking a company to make the underpinning for your property.
When is Mandatory to do Underpinning
Underpinning might be required
for many reasons such as:
- The
primary foundation is not reliable or durable;
- The
reason why the structure was built has changed;
- The
characteristics of the soil holding the foundation have changed;
- The
building of nearby constructions requires soil excavation;
- To
build another story to an existing building;
- To
prepare for natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods is recommended also
to do some basement underpinning and waterproofing.
What
you should receive when doing underpinning to your house
There are many companies that offer underpinning services, but when
looking for one that offers an affordable
underpinning solution, you want to be sure they check some major aspects
such as:
- Initial investigations to decide if extra work is needed;
- Plan and certification made by an engineer;
- A complete quotation of the expected work;
- Construction permission;
- Foundation stabilization;
- Jacking of the foundations;
- Force grouting;
- Root stops;
- Plumbing examination to guarantee there are no leaking;
- Engineer surveillance and certification.
As you can see, there are many
reasons why you should consider doing underpinning to your house. Also, there
are many aspects when picking a company to work for you. Picking an
organization that offers affordable
underpinning solutions is not as easy as one might think because most of
them reduce the quality of their work along with the price.
However, if you are from Etobicoke, Mississauga
or surroundings, we, the team from Tornado
Plumbing are more than happy to come, take a look at your property and
offer the best features for the most affordable
underpinning solution.