Total and differential settlement may lead to structural defects and in a worst-case scenario, failure of a foundations or floor slab if not suitably mitigated at design stage.

Ground Movement Assessments may be required for:

• Larger foundations, such as larger pad foundation areas and rafts which may experience differential loading;
• Earthworks, to understand the settlement implications;
• Foundations proposed near existing foundations.

An initial step is for our experts to review all available previous reports.

Where further information is required, we would undertake a detailed ground investigation within the affected area, or across the subject site to determine the ground conditions and allow for geotechnical testing to be undertaken. We would also require information regarding the loading of the proposed foundation(s) and proposed formation levels.