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Craig got in touch quickly, gave me a rough estimate over the phone and answered all my questions. Surveyor arrived on time, gave instant quote. Price was good. Michael and (another) Craig turned up to do the job on the day, time given. Good, tidy job. Can't fault anything, from start to finish!! Would recommend!
Mary
George and his team are experienced builders, replaced my front door with a custom frame/sidelights and raising the floor level in the hallway quite quickly - in fact, they were the only who came next day, gave a quote straightaway and were ready to start in just couple of days. They also had all the necessary tools and materials, were ready to buy something additional quickly on the day - if further adjustments were required to fit everything as I asked. Thanks a lot for your help, guys!
Dmitry
Highly recommend. These guys did a fantastic job of constructing our pergola and decking. Very hardworking and reliable. The job was completed in the time frame agreed and to a very high standard. We would 100% use them again.
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Foundations, underpinning, and piling provide the structural base for your property, making expert installation essential. From subsiding walls and deep extension footings to tricky soil conditions, DIY or amateur groundwork risks catastrophic structural failure and uninsurable damage. Hiring a qualified groundwork specialist or structural engineer guarantees your site is properly excavated, engineered, and compliant with UK Building Regulations. Rated People connects you with trusted, local groundwork experts. Post a job for free today.
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What can a local foundation, underpinning and piling specialist help with?
Ensure your home, extension, or new build stands on a safe, compliant structure by hiring experienced groundworkers and structural engineers. Look out for local foundation and piling specialists who:
- Perform trial hole excavations and site surveys to assess ground stability, water table levels, and clay content before pouring concrete.
- Excavate and install traditional strip footings and trenchfill foundations for single-storey or two-storey home extensions.
- Remedy active subsidence, wall cracking, and defective footings using mass concrete underpinning or modern pile-and-beam techniques.
- Install mini-piling, screw piles, or piled raft foundations in restricted-access plots, clay-heavy soils, or close to mature tree roots.
- Work alongside chartered structural engineers (IStructE registered) to ensure all load-bearing calculations meet local Building Control sign-offs.
A local specialist understands soil profiles and local geology in your region, ensuring they recommend the most cost-effective and structurally sound foundation method for your plot.
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How much do foundations, underpinning and piling cost?
The overall cost of groundwork depends on ground conditions, site accessibility, excavation depth, and the specific structural engineering method required. Basic extension trenching is significantly less expensive than specialised mini-piling or deep underpinning.
For standard UK residential projects:
- Trench excavation: Typically costs £7 to £15 per square metre (excluding site clearance and soil disposal).
- Standard concrete foundations (strip / trench fill): Pouring concrete and building subterranean block work generally costs £40 to £80 per square metre.
- Mass concrete underpinning: Stabilising defective footings typically ranges from £1,000 to £2,000 per linear metre, depending on dig depth and soil stability.
- Piling / mini-piling: Engineered piling systems (such as pile and beam) generally cost 2 to 3 times more than standard concrete footings, typically starting from £2,500 to £5,000+ per project for specialist rig equipment and steel pile insertion.
To get an accurate price for your project, post a job today to request a free quote from a local groundwork specialist.
What is the difference between underpinning and piling?
Choosing between underpinning and piling depends on whether you are repairing existing, defective foundations or constructing a new structure on unstable ground:
- Underpinning: Used primarily to repair or strengthen existing buildings suffering from subsidence, cracked walls, or increased load requirements (such as adding a loft or second floor). The standard mass concrete method involves excavating deep pits directly beneath defective footings in sections and filling them with reinforced concrete to extend the foundation to stable soil.
- Piling: Primarily used for new construction or on sites where upper soil layers are too weak to support standard footings. It involves driving or screwing long, slender columns of steel, concrete, or timber deep into the earth until they reach dense rock or load-bearing strata. Techniques like screw piling or pile-and-beam are also used for underpinning when site access is severely restricted.
- Key comparison: Underpinning directly deepens existing footings, whereas piling transfers structural weight past soft upper soil into deeper, firm ground using heavy machinery or mini-rigs.
Investing in qualified groundwork tradespeople protects your property's structural integrity, prevents future ground movement, and ensures your project receives essential Building Control approval.
Securing the base of your home brings lifelong stability and protects your property's resale value. Whether you are building an extension or fixing subsidence cracks, a local groundwork expert can get it sorted safely.
Whether you need traditional extension trenches poured or specialist underpinning, speak to a specialist today to receive a free quote.
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Other foundations, underpinning and piling FAQs
How do I know if my house needs underpinning?
Classic signs of foundation failure include severe diagonal cracks on internal or external walls (especially those wider than 6mm / 1/4 inch), doors and windows sticking or pulling away from frames, leaning chimneys, and visibly sloping floors. A structural engineer can confirm whether active movement requires underpinning.
Do I need planning permission for underpinning or laying foundations?
Laying new foundations for an extension or new build will be covered under your overall planning permission and mandatory Building Regulations sign-off. Remedial underpinning on an existing home usually does not require planning permission unless the property is a listed building, though it always requires Building Regulations approval.
What qualifications should my groundwork or structural team hold?
Your structural design and load calculations should be provided by a chartered engineer registered with the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). Your groundworkers should hold proven site experience, valid Public Liability Insurance, and professional indemnity cover for engineered designs.
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THOMAS GEORGE JOHNSON LTD
Underpinning / Piling / Foundations
Thomas George Johnson Ltd is a family-owned business servicing the construction industry. Whether you are looking for residential or commercial then we are here to help. We specialise in space fit-outs including offices or house extensions, get in touch with us today for a wide range of construction solutions. Thomas George Johnson Ltd continues the tradition of providing new and existing clients with excellent service, great quality of work, and schedules that exceed the requirements of Client's expectations. TGJ Ltd specialises in new projects within the construction sector, including refurbishment of existing facilities, retail, residential extensions, garage conversions, maintenance, repairs, installation, electrical & plumbing, painting interior and exterior, dry lining, plaster boarding, tarmacadam driveways, road markings, remodelling, kitchen, bath, carpentry, tiling, flooring, brickwork, fencing and landscaping. We can offer very competitive rates with the highest commitment to quality and services throughout. No matter the size, complexity, or location of your next project Thomas George Johnson can provide you with personalised service, reliability, and quality building. Thomas George Johnson Ltd looks forward to being part of your next project. Let us help you generate this year's budgets and engineer your estimates. Contact details can be found at the bottom of the page. Our Vision is to be the First Choice of Builder For all Our Customers We guarantee you'll be extremely satisfied with the result.
Blakefield Construction
Underpinning / Piling / Foundations
Blakefield Ltd / t.a Blakefield Construction Blakefield Construction is a Gloucestershire based building company providing high quality construction services throughout the county aswell as Worcestershire and the Cotswolds. We specialise in new builds, extensions, plastering, painting and decorating. Whether undertaking residential or commercial works, our small experienced team is committed to completing projects to the highest standards, on time and within budget. At Blakefield Construction, we pride ourselves on quality and attention to detail.
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Phoenix Construction continues to provide quality and efficiency on all manner of projects. We have been in the industry for over 40 years. We have an excellent reputation. We Mainly Focus on: Extensions Driveways Roofs Full renovations Bathrooms Kitchens Loft Conversions and many more... We look forward to hearing from you.
Made a total mess of a small extension. Quoted 2 weeks and after 7 I sacked him off as we were going nowhere. Massive list of his work didn’t comply with building regs and ended up fitting a purlin to roof as he used wrong sized joists. I now have bits of roof hanging off after max 30 mph winds Even managed to cock guttering up so down pipe is nowhere near drains. Roof leaking and I have had to sack him off and pay another load of cash to a set of lads who can do the job. Avoid or he’ll bankrupt you
25 years carrying out an array of handyman/maintenance work, relaxed manner with care and attention to each job. Proactive communicator.
Property DMR Services Ltd is a high end building company that specialises in refurbishing properties in and around London. All our work is insured & guaranteed. We undertake Basement Construction & Waterproofing, Extensions, Loft Conversions & Renovation plus Bespoke Joinery & Shop Fitting
Matthew and his team did an amazing job and completely transformed a tired 1st floor maisonette into a luxurious looking property. Throughout my 'mini' project Matthew remained calm and patient, even when i informed him that i preferred to have my Gas Safe Engineer to work on the Plumbing and Gas boiler. he just adjusted his quote reflect this. He also suggested 2 weekly installation payments so that I could see the improvements before paying. I will definitely use Matthew again for any future projects.
Quigley's
Underpinning / Piling / Foundations
Trusted local builders. Many work undertaken and all completed. Extentions, Bathrooms, Kitchens and all other aspects In building construction.
we are a small family owned firm, trading for 28years in the dundonald , Belfast county down , we specialize in building maintenance and repairs, extension, garage,renovations, home improvements, and all small house repairs. we guarantee all our work,
This man came out and priced my work. I accepted his price but on the day he was due to start the work he rang me saying his platerers wife was taken into hospital with food poisoning. Never heard from him again.so I am now looking for someone myself to plaster my ceiling.
Marius Mailat
Underpinning / Piling / Foundations
All kind of building works that includes:chimney removal,flooring,window and door,kitchen fitting,painting.tiling floor and bathroom.
At Cymraeg Construction, building work has been at the heart of our family for generations with skills, knowledge and training passed on from one to another, even in the day to day running of the business we can call upon over 40 years experience from my father who is an integral part of the company and has made us what we are today with a passion for quality that shines through on every job we undertake. Covering all of South Wales, you can be sure to rely on us to undertake any project you may have from conception to completion, we can take care of all aspects of the build including planning and skilled tradesmen in all trades, let us deal with all the complications and timings as we project manage the process to ensure everything is done correctly and to schedule all while keeping you informed every step of the way. Please feel free to contact us for a free no obligation estimate on any work you may have. Cymraeg Construction.
Welcome to ross property repair family run business with 20 years experience in property repairs & maintenance our professional, efficient and reliable handymen are just one call away to fix all your �to do� list with no hassle involved. Ross property repair is the best solution for all your property maintenance needs, no matter how small or how big the job is. We serve both commercial and residential customers in Edinburgh, Lothian and Scottish Borders area. By choosing Ross property repair you are guaranteed: Job done at the highest standards on every visit Agreed appointments and timing followed No mess left behind when job is done You pay just for work done . We pride ourselves on the high standards out work is finished to . First class workmanship at affordable prices . Below I have listed some of the services we offer Letting agent and landlord services Rot and mould Mastic and silicone replacement Handyman services All aspects of joinery work Tiling Wet wall panelling Painting and decorating Small plumbing jobs Laminate flooring , carpets ,linoleum ELECTRICAL New sockets or extra sockets New light fittings Fit cookers Exterior garden sockets EXTERIOR Decking Slabbing Build Huts Fencing Build small walls Gutter repairs and cleaning Slate repairs Flat roof repairs SMALL JOBS Plasterboard repairs New toilet seats New door handles Shelving Cleaning services on request All aspects of gardening and much more, to much to list! ANY JOB BIG OR SMALL WE DO IT ALL We are FULLY INSURED
Liberty Renovation provides full renovation services on all types of buildings including offices and residential rooms. If you’re looking to change the layout, feel or purpose of rooms in your home or property, we can help to make your vision a reality. From interior, kitchen or bathroom design to the full makeover of your dream home. A little about us: We aim to provide a stress-free project, delivered in a manner that I am confident will exceed your expectations. Our customers often comment that every colleague they interact with is approachable and cheerful; we find that promoting a positive attitude always helps projects run smoothly with good communication throughout. Main work we undertake limited company .Kitchens .Bathrooms · Refurbishments Extensions · Loft Garage Conversions · Plastering/ Decorating · House renovations Thank you for taking the time to consider our company’s profile, I look forward to hearing from you Qualifications Designer engineer Interior designer 18th edition electrical
Would definitely recommend. Quick service and very professional and friendly.
R&D CONSTRUCTION IS A PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND BUILDING COMPANY SPECIALISING IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES, ALSO A WIDE RANGE OF CONSTRUCTION, DEVELOPMENTS AND REFURBISHMENTS. We Carry out all type of construction and to us no job is a small job and by that we mean we would be happy to take your various jobs in our hands. We provide the following list of the building services: New Build Property Refurbishment Loft Conversion House Extensions Flat Conversion Driveway & Patio Bricklaying & Re-pointing Kitchen & Bathroom Roofing & Guttering Plastering & Tiling Carpentry & Joinery Painting & Decorating Plumbing & Electrical Central Heating & Under Floor Heating Design We believe a great design is simple and not only how it feels or looks but also how it works. We provide Architectural and Interior Design and Engineering Services: Initial Concept Design Basic Drawings for Planning Application & Application Management Existing & Proposed Floor Plans, Elevations and Sections Site Plans and Block Plans (OS map/ Location Plan) Detailed Architectural Design 3D Concept and Visualisation Design Interior Furnishing, Materials & Fabrics Lighting Design Bills of Quantities (BOQ) 3D Interior Visualisation Design 3D Interior Visualisation Design Building Control package Drawings & Application Management
Expertly constructed from the team that has just completed the YOTEL Edinburgh design and build project on Queen Street which you can go to observe for yourself. To be trusted by large commercial corporations and deliver a high standard of work in a time sensitive manner, we will surely be able to deliver a project you will be satisfied with! With over 30 years of landscaping and building experience enjoyed throughout the company, you no longer have to compromise quality. Be the envy of your neighbours and call the reputable company to get it done right the first time. We offer a full design and build landscaping function as well as a subscription service on fortnightly (or monthly) garden tidy maintenance as well. Not only can we transform your space, but keep it looking new year round! With highly skilled staff and constant support a text away, we are here to make your service experience as pleasureable as your new extension, patio, driveway, or fence is going to look.
I’m a trusted and experienced builder based in Camborne, Cornwall, offering a full range of property renovation and building services. Whether it’s a small job or a full-scale renovation, I take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship with a professional yet personal approach. From start to finish, I’ll handle every aspect of your project, ensuring the process is smooth and stress-free. All work is fully guaranteed, giving you complete peace of mind. I know that not everyone has experience with building work, and I believe you should never feel in the dark about your own project. That’s why I take the time to guide you through the process, explaining each step clearly so you always know what’s happening and why. I’m known for my reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to customer satisfaction. With competitive pricing and free, no-obligation quotes, you can trust that you’re getting great value as well as top-quality results. Get in touch today—I’d love to discuss how I can help bring your project to life.
I cannot praise Ryan enough, he has been very quick in responding to my e-mails, the work started on time and finished on time. The standard of work is excellent and nothing was too much trouble. I would definitely recommend Ryan and already I am planning to use him again for our next project.
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Underpinning / Piling / Foundations
Loft conversion specialist, with 25 years worth of experience.
Hi everyone , thanks checking my profile I’m Vas , have more than 10 years experience in construction I got level 3 diploma in carpentry, my main job is carpentry, but being in the industry so long I also can do handyman, fencing, ground work and foundation, decking, etc j
Brilliant workmanship , did exactly how we needed the shelves to be made. Highly recommended
Future Structural Solutions is a building company based in East London. We specialise in all types of structural repairs; installation of steel beams (RSJ's), basement waterproofing systems, membranes and slurry; roofing and all types of general building work
The company was extremely helpful and considerate regarding our project. They demonstrated a highly professional approach to the work and provided excellent guidance on our options throughout the process. The job was completed exceptionally well, and I would highly recommend the company.
My name is Max Akkaya and my company started with plumbing and bathroom refurbishments after graduating from my NVQ level 2 course in Heating and Ventilation. In the last 20 years we have evolved into One Stop Design and Construction Ltd - a fully insured company that covers all aspects of home improvements such as loft conversions, extensions and bespoke refurbishments. I haven’t been on Rated People in a while as I have got all my work through recommendations, however I recently moved to Surrey so I am building my client base out here also. I’m straight forward, honest and pride myself to giving attention to the smallest of detail. We undertake small and last scale projects and work with a team to deliver loft conversions, extensions and bespoke refurbishments including all plumbing, electrical and gas needs.
Very pleasant experience. Punctual, polite, efficient and friendly. The job was finished to a very high standard. Would recommend 100%
MODERN LIVING SPACES CONSERVATORIES & EXTENSIONS ALL STYLES AND DESIGNS FRONT ENTRANCE PORCHES , WITH OVER 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTATION LOCAL COMPANY FAMILY RUN FREE COMPUTER CAD DRAWING BEAT ANY LIKE FOR LIKE QUOTE.WE DO THE FULL MONTY FOUNDATIONS BRICKWORK FRAMES GLASS ROOF ELECTRICS HEATING PLASTERING FLOORING ITS UP TO YOU! I WE CAN STYLE DESIGN AND BUILD YOUR DREAM PROJECT.ALL WORK TO A VERY HIGH STANDARD
Great service from start to end. Love my new porch. No rubbish left as everything was totally removed. Wouldn't hesitate to use them again . Thankyou for a great job
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