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The two faces of a subsidence surge

Jul 28, 2026

The two faces of a subsidence surge

The two faces of a subsidence surge There have been eight subsidence "surge years" in the UK since 1990 — years when insurers saw more than 50,000 ...

UK Rainfall in 2025: How This Year Compares & Why It Matters for Ground Stability

Dec 16, 2025

UK Rainfall in 2025: How This Year Compares & Why It Matters for Ground Stability

Rainfall alone doesn’t tell the full story — it’s how rain falls, when it falls, and what condition the ground is already in that determines whether ...

4 Things to Consider Before Underpinning Your Home

Dec 07, 2025

4 Things to Consider Before Underpinning Your Home

When the ground beneath a structure begins to weaken, it becomes unstable. This then causes the building that sits on top to shift and become warped ...

Geobear Accurately Predicts Subsidence Surge

Nov 25, 2025

Geobear Accurately Predicts Subsidence Surge

In April 2025 Geobear published a report that provided an in-depth analysis of subsidence surge events in the UK, integrating climate modelling, ...

Soil Moisture Deficit Trends & Subsidence Risk

Nov 23, 2025

Soil Moisture Deficit Trends & Subsidence Risk

*Updated November 2025. This animated chart visualises the rate of soil moisture deficit (SMD) across recent years, from 2018 to 2025 by week. Soil ...

Cracks in Walls: Is Subsidence to Blame?

Nov 22, 2025

Cracks in Walls: Is Subsidence to Blame?

When you find cracks in walls, floors or ceilings, it can be alarming for any property owner, whether commercial or domestic. But while they can be ...

How Geopolymer Stabilises Homes Affected By Subsidence

Oct 30, 2025

How Geopolymer Stabilises Homes Affected By Subsidence

We’ve created this video animation, which provides a visual illustration of how the geopolymer injection method works to stabilise homes affected by ...

Oct 30, 2025

A Guide to Subsidence Surveys & Assessments

Subsidence is a troublesome problem (learn more about what subsidence is), and it’s every homeowner’s worst nightmare. But when instances of ...

What Damage Can Tree Roots Do to Your House Foundations?

Oct 30, 2025

What Damage Can Tree Roots Do to Your House Foundations?

There is no denying that trees are an excellent way of adding curb appeal to your home. They’re also incredibly beneficial to the environment and ...

Jet Stream & Impact On Subsidence

Oct 30, 2025

Jet Stream & Impact On Subsidence

Can the Movement of the Jet Stream Impact the Prevalence of Subsidence Surge in the UK?

5 Reasons Why You Should Have a House Surveyed Before You Buy It

Oct 30, 2025

5 Reasons Why You Should Have a House Surveyed Before You Buy It

House buyers might deem the cost of a property survey unnecessary. Especially considering the amount of money that’s involved with moving house or ...

Grouting vs. the Geopolymer Injection Method: Ground Repair Solutions Explained

Oct 30, 2025

Grouting vs. the Geopolymer Injection Method: Ground Repair Solutions Explained

When it comes to subsidence solutions, there are a few methods to choose from. Whether you’re looking to rely on century-old underpinning methods or ...

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