Basements & Underpinning

The company has specialised since the early 1970s in underpinning works and is able to offer a full "bespoke" service including all or some of the following types of underpinning including a design and build service.

Traditional continuous works
Pier and beam
Piled underpinning with cantilevered pile caps
Piled rafts
All associated building work repairs
Structural repair techniques including resin bonding
Formation of basements
Defects Insurance Guarantee

Basement construction in the UK is definitely becoming a popular alternative to moving house when, due to whatever reason, you just need a bit more space in your home! The common answer to lack of space would be to up sticks and move, but if you consider the crazy house price market and the cost of moving home (stamp duty alone can be a nightmare), pause for a moment and think. Sometimes building an extension could be the answer, or maybe, if you just do not have the area to build upward, building a basement could be the ideal choice.

Withers have for many years had the expertise and experience in basement construction and can recommend it as an excellent way to extend your home. Yes it is quite a major structural change to your home, but the rewards can be quite significant. It could be the cost effective way to increase the living space of your family home. It will also most certainly add significant extra value! So if it is something you have been pondering over or would just like more details then contact us now for more information. Don't delay, do it today!

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