Structural Movement in Frome Properties
Frome has a varied collection of buildings, including historic stone cottages, period terraces, former industrial properties, suburban housing and modern developments. Older parts of the town contain structures that have been extended, converted or altered over many years. These changes can introduce different foundations and materials within the same building, causing sections to respond differently when movement occurs.
The town’s sloping streets, river valley and changes in ground level can make drainage and retaining structures important considerations. Water escaping from defective drains may disturb material beneath foundations, while poorly managed surface water can place pressure on retaining walls. Seasonal moisture changes, vegetation and historic ground disturbance may also contribute to localised settlement. At ASRS Ltd, we examine the pattern of damage, construction and surrounding site before recommending work. This helps distinguish genuine subsidence from defects caused by ageing materials or weaknesses elsewhere in the structure.
Damage Caused by Differential Movement
When part of a property moves independently, stress can be transferred through the walls and around structural openings. This may produce stepped cracks, diagonal fractures beside doors or windows and separation where an extension meets the original building. Inside the property, movement can result in cracked plaster, sloping floors or doors that no longer sit correctly within their frames.
Frome’s traditional stone buildings may display movement differently from modern cavity-wall properties. Defective lintels, weak wall connections and deterioration within the mortar can also cause cracking that resembles subsidence. Retaining walls may lean or fracture where water pressure and changing ground conditions have affected their stability.
ASRS can provide masonry reinforcement, Helifix crack repairs, ground anchors and foundation stabilisation according to the identified defect. We also undertake concrete repairs in Frome where structural concrete has suffered cracking, spalling or reinforcement corrosion.
Helifix
Approved Installer
As an approved Helifix installer, ASRS provides a wide range of repair techniques that can be combined to produce the best solution for your structural problems, from wall cracking to foundation sinking. They include the Helifix systems, Anchor Systems’ ground anchors and micro piles, Cintec sock anchors, and various concrete repair products.
First-class service
I would just like to pass on what a first-class service I received from your company. All the guys who attended, and Gary the Surveyor, were absolutely fantastic. I am so pleased with the work that was carried out.
LG – Witney, Oxfordshire
Professional attitude
I wanted to let you know that we were very pleased with the work, professional attitude, care and attention of the builders who worked on our property. Thank you.
PT – High Wycombe
A credit to ASRS
The team is a real credit to ASRS. Nothing was too much trouble. They took the time to explain what they were doing. Show the works as they were being progressed and left the area very clean and tidy.
LH - Milverton
A pleasure to deal with
Thanks for the work which - as far I can tell - was carried out to a high standard, and which started and finished on time and on budget.
I’d also like to put on record our appreciation of Lee who managed the job. He was careful and thorough, always professional in his approach and was a pleasure to deal with throughout.
TR – Aller, Somerset
Efficient and skilful
Thank you so much for the incredibly efficient and skilful way in which the structural repair work was carried out at my property.
I was particularly reassured by the team who carried out the work and kept me updated on what was happening.
BW - Bristol
Call us for help with any of these
Common structural defects, issues and problems
We offer free site visits to both domestic and professional clients to assess the problem and propose the appropriate repair programme, tailored to suit the specific needs of the project. ASRS are approved installers of the Helibeam System, offering cost effective, non-disruptive and concealed solutions to all aspects of remedial masonry stabilisation. Our skilled installation teams are trained and experienced in all aspects of masonry repair. They have been trained to the highest standard in every installation process to cover all H+S requirements. With most of our design and installation specifications we are proud to offer a 10yr indemnified guarantee on Helifix repairs and Micro Piling. We offer a 25yr guarantee for Wall Tie replacement.
Reasons
To trust ASRS
Free Quotation
Helifix Approved
Skilled Workforce
Guaranteed
Planning Repairs Around the Existing Structure
An effective repair must respond to the way the building was constructed and how it has moved. ASRS Ltd begins by reviewing crack patterns, foundation arrangements, wall materials and connections between different parts of the property. Drainage, vegetation, retaining structures and previous alterations may also provide important information. Where a project requires additional investigation or an engineered design, we can work with structural engineers, surveyors, insurers and loss adjusters.
Traditional masonry can often be strengthened using stainless steel reinforcement installed discreetly within selected mortar joints. This helps reconnect cracked sections and distribute loads without extensive removal of existing stonework or brickwork. If movement beneath the foundations needs to be addressed, micro piles may transfer loads to more suitable ground. Ground anchors can provide support for certain walls or structures affected by lateral movement. Each system is incorporated according to the repair specification and the requirements of the property.
Structural Expertise for Older Buildings
ASRS Ltd has experience repairing movement in buildings with traditional materials, irregular wall construction and a history of alteration. These properties require a considered approach because structural work must address the defect without unnecessarily disturbing sound masonry. Our broader capabilities also allow foundation movement, damaged walls and related structural problems to be managed within one coordinated programme.
As an approved Helifix installer, ASRS can use established reinforcement systems suited to the repair of cracked brick and stone walls. The installation teams follow the agreed design and take care around existing finishes, neighbouring properties and restricted access. We communicate clearly with the client and explain why each element has been included in the repair. For occupied homes and working commercial premises, we also consider how the programme can be organised to manage disruption while maintaining safe access wherever possible.
