Basement underpinning (basement lowering) is the process of removing soil below a crawlspace or concrete slab, excavating the area to create a lower support level and then adding new concrete footers, walls and floor to extend the depth or reinforce an unstable foundation.
Underpinning is the reinforcing of an existing building foundation. It is required when the original foundation is no longer strong enough.
Constructioneers has extensive experience in this field and we ensure that the structural integrity is strengthened, and resting on more supportive soil.
There are two methods: Underpinning the foundation walls and benching.
Ask the neighbour’s Contractor provide evidence of insurance which names you and your property as an additional named insured.
Ask for the Contractors City of Toronto License number, to make sure that he is a licensed contractor.
Contact your house insurance company to let them know that the neighbour is working on the attached house and that some work will be on the shared wall, and that you are being asked to provide permission for this work.
Ask the neighbour’s structural engineer to copy you on his site inspection reports, so that you can be informed about the progress of underpinning work.
