All Building Structures Should meet Important Safety Criteria

1. All Building Structures Should meet Important Safety Criteria Nobody wants to venture into, or work, or live in a building that does not offer maximum safety in terms of its construction for those insides. This means that any building should, right from the start, be constructed in a way that offers the necessary features in terms of which all the appropriate processes are followed to ensure a safe and sound structure, built to meet the highest standards in terms of safety and quality. It starts at making sure the building is erected on a solid foundation that is supported by the proper underpinning requirements. Right at the start, in the early stages, engineers pay attention to this aspect so that there can’t be problems with cracks and even worse issues later on. In basic terms, this refers to the processes followed to strengthen the foundation to ensure that the load it carries does not put undue pressure on it and causes cracks and, in worst-case scenarios, collapse. This is done in all new build projects and, certainly, in some renovations as well. In big cities where space is limited and where citizens often need additional space added to existing structures such as homes and bigger commercial and industrial buildings, it happens that they add rooms or spaces to their existing structure, simply because they need the space and prefer, for any number of reasons, to remain in the property they occupy and to not move. In this case, it is often useful if you have an unused basement area at your property to develop into usable space. It involves specialised processes to plan the usage, the excavation of the area and developing it into a safe space for future use. But, there are certain requirements to be met before the builders and excavators can simply go ahead, and all- important issues and processes need to be taken into account. Importantly: where spaces are excavated under existing structures, processes such as underpinning are of great importance to ensure the structure can carry all loads. The underpinning is therefore required to strengthen the existing structures when you add new ones, such as a basement that you develop into rooms which are added to a home, for instance.

2. Of course, this is not necessarily the only time, when you add to a structure, that you may consider underpinning. Underpinning may become necessary when there are obvious signs that a home or building may have become dangerous for people to inhabit it. For example, when you notice cracks in the walls – especially if they seem to be getting bigger - it is important to call in the specialists. Let an engineer have a look and tell you what to do. Very often underpinning is required to ensure the building remains in good condition and is safe. Even worse is when you notice that a building is leaning to one side! Once again, ask a structural engineer to have a look and suggest what the best remedy would be. In most cases, underpinning provides a solution. Also be on the lookout for some tell-tale signs such as moisture seepage in basement areas, excessive damp rising into floors and walls, for instance. The specialists will quickly ascertain what is needed, and if it is underpinning to stabilise structures, then that is the way forward. At times cracks and other evidence of weakening structures may be the result of excessive drilling in your area where new buildings are going up - or there may be ground and soil subsidence present. All of these and more issues may cause concern and call for underpinning by a specialist who should come in, establish what needs to be done and go ahead with your permission.

3. The engineers will then use the best methods that include pouring in additional concrete blocks underneath the existing structure. Of course, every project has its requirements. Let the engineers advise. But, we all need to heed safety at all times, and in terms of keeping buildings safe, it may involve underpinning. About Us At Space Excavation, we offer our clients a varied service that will add value to their properties and lifestyle. Our basement excavation services are offered as bespoke projects that ensure quality throughout whether you need us for construction or conversions or both. Our professional teams offer every possible skill that clients may benefit from, such as basement digging, piling and underpinning to ensure sound structures. Our design solutions enable our clients to maximize the space they add to their properties, and in addition to practical solutions, our projects consider all-important aesthetic features. Because of our experience, we pay attention to every aspect that may impact the finished product and as such our work is often admired and our services sought-after. For more about us please visit https://spaceexcavation.co.uk / Follow us on: