Underpinning is a construction method for properties that are suffering from current or previous subsidence. It is possible to buy and sell property that has been underpinned, however it can often lead to complications with insurance companies for both the buyer and the seller. Normally, underpinning is required when the structure of a property ...

Underpinning a house foundation is the construction of new, deeper footings under an existing house to stabilise it and prevent ongoing or new movement or subsidence. Underpinning can involve extra concrete footings or steel screw-in piers footings that support the building on more stable soils found at better soils.

31/07/2019 · Underpinning is the reinforcing of an existing building foundation. It is required when the original foundation is no longer strong enough to support the house. This is usually a result of a change to the soil structure, whether due to …

16/04/2020 · What does underpinning a house involve? In construction or renovation, underpinning is the process of strengthening the foundation of an existing building or other structure. The properties of the soil supporting the foundation may have changed (possibly through subsidence) or were mischaracterized during design.