Providing a fast, non-disruptive solution for social housing flats

Challenge

A block of social housing flats was experiencing subsidence, causing concern for the housing association and its tenants.

Solution

We provided a Geobear Ground improvement treatment to stabilise the foundations. This approach allowed the tenants to remain in their homes with minimal disruption

6 weeks

Accommodation was ready for occupancy ahead of schedule.

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Need for major excavation, piling, or lengthy site disruption.

Background

A block of social housing flats was experiencing subsidence, causing concern for the housing association and its tenants. The primary challenge was to find a solution that would not force the residents to move out during the repair process. This made traditional underpinning, which would have required the tenants to relocate for an extended period, an impractical and undesirable option.

Geopolymer injection tubes capped along the side of a brick exterior residential home wall.

Challenge

The housing association was focused on tenant well-being and operational efficiency. They needed a solution that would not disrupt the lives of the residents or lead to the significant costs associated with relocating tenants, which would have put a strain on their budget. They were looking for a reliable, experienced partner who could solve the problem quickly and safely without compromising on quality.

Disruption

Work was completed in days, with tenants remaining in their homes

Solution

We provided a Geobear Ground improvement treatment to stabilise the foundations. Our in-house engineers created a tailored plan that targeted the specific areas of subsidence. The entire process was completed with minimal noise and disruption. Our team worked from outside the building, injecting our geopolymer solution into the ground through small-diameter drill holes. This approach allowed the tenants to remain in their homes, avoiding the need for temporary accommodation and the associated stress and costs.

Geobear tech working with injection points on side of a brick wall

Results

The project successfully stabilised the ground and addressed the structural issues. The housing association was able to protect its assets and avoid the high costs and logistical complexities of relocating its tenants. Over 40 years of experience have proven our solutions to be up to 70% faster and have a 53% lower carbon impact than traditional methods. The speed and efficiency of the Geobear solution provided a swift, effective, and tenant-friendly outcome.

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