As you walk down the street and notice a crack, do you wonder, “How can they fix it?” Underpinning is the unsung hero in construction. You’ve come to a good place if you want to make things right, pun intended. Let’s get started with this important process, visit us?

Step 1: Initial Assessment

Priorities first. First things first. It’s not a case of covering up the cracks. We’re not talking about Sherlock Holmes level scrutiny. An engineer with tools will arrive to evaluate the situation. Think of the soil tests and foundation checks as a visit to a doctor, but for buildings. This diagnosis will determine the severity of the problem and the best way to reinforce the structure.

Step 2: Planning & Permits

Do not skip the paperwork. No, really. This is a tedious but crucial step. Before you begin digging, you’ll need to get the appropriate permits from local authorities. Imagine the bureaucratic equivalent to a teenager obtaining a driving license. It’s a hassle, but necessary.

Step 3: Excavation

It’s time to get dirty. In the excavation phase, you will dig around the foundation. Here we’re talking about a lot of hard work. Workers will remove sections to make room for the new support system. It is important to do this strategically, bit by bit, in order to keep the structure stable.

Install temporary supports

Temporary supports act as crutches to your building. They hold the building up until permanent underpinning is installed. These braces are essential during excavation and installation. These are your safety net to prevent a major oops.

Step 5: Pour Concrete Footings

Concrete time! Concrete time! This is your new foundation, the backbone of the building. Here, it’s all in the reinforcing. We’re laying the groundwork–literally–for stability and security.