Assessing Damage Across Connected Parts of a Building
Shepton Mallet contains traditional stone properties, terraces, converted buildings and newer developments. Within an individual property, later additions can introduce different foundation arrangements and connections. Reviewing how these sections relate helps establish why damage has appeared and which elements require repair.
The assessment also considers the surroundings. Changes in ground level, drainage routes and retaining structures can influence the investigation and access to affected foundations. Previous alterations and repairs may provide further evidence about the building’s condition.
At ASRS, we examine the relationship between visible damage and the supporting structure. Information about when cracks appeared and whether they have changed helps inform the next steps. Our existing subsidence repairs service addresses related movement concerns, with masonry reinforcement and foundation support considered according to the identified problem.
Make an Enquiry About Foundation Movement
Share the property address, photographs and any investigation reports already available. Explain which areas are affected and whether the damage is recent, developing or recurring after earlier work.
Our consultation and assessment service includes free site visits to review structural concerns. We discuss the accessible damage and identify any additional information required before a detailed repair specification can be prepared.
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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
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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.
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Free Site Visits
Arrange a free site visit to discuss the visible damage, your property’s condition and the next steps towards appropriate repairs.
Helifix Approved
We install established Helifix reinforcement systems where specified, helping strengthen damaged masonry while preserving the appearance of the existing building.
Skilled Installation Teams
Our trained installation teams follow the repair specification, with careful attention to workmanship, working arrangements and safety throughout your project.
Guarantees Where Applicable
Most specified Helifix repairs and micro piling projects can carry a 10-year indemnified guarantee, subject to the applicable project terms.
Designing Additional Support Beneath Existing Foundations
A foundation support scheme must account for the existing construction and the loads that need to be carried. Ground investigation findings, foundation condition and the proposed connection arrangements all contribute to selecting an appropriate system.
ASRS’s options include screw-down micro piles, augered bored piles and steel-cased driven piles. Our conventional piling systems provide further options where the design and site conditions favour those methods. Installation space, nearby services and working access also need consideration.
Through our design and repair programmes, we can provide drawings, method statements and calculations where necessary. We work alongside appointed engineers and other property professionals when their input is required. The specification should explain the foundation support, its connection to the building and any associated structural repairs, allowing the installation to be planned around the complete scope.
Foundation Repairs in Shepton Mallet FAQs
Does underpinning mean replacing the existing foundations?
Nearby buildings need consideration where the affected structure is attached to another property or the proposed working area is close to adjoining walls. The assessment should establish how the relevant sections connect and whether the repair arrangements involve shared structural elements. Access, excavation positions and existing damage around the work area may also need review. ASRS considers these factors when planning installation and can work with appointed engineers or surveyors where further information is required. The specification should reflect the relationship between the affected property and its surroundings. Clear working arrangements help define the areas involved and support coordination with the relevant property owners or managers.
How is it established whether foundation movement is still active?
Establishing whether movement remains active involves considering how the damage has changed over time. Previous photographs, dates of cracking, survey findings and records of earlier repairs can help build that history. The assessment also reviews the current condition of the structure and any changes around its foundations. Where the evidence is insufficient, further investigation or specialist monitoring may be needed before the repair requirements are finalised. The relevant professionals should determine what information is required and how it will be interpreted. ASRS can review the available findings with appointed engineers or surveyors and use that information when developing the proposed foundation and masonry repairs.
What do cracks following mortar joints tell you about the foundations?
Cracks following mortar joints can be associated with uneven movement, but their appearance alone does not establish the condition of the foundations. The direction and distribution of damage need consideration alongside changes around openings, adjoining walls and internal finishes. Similar cracking can also arise from other structural defects, including problems with lintels or connections between building sections. ASRS examines the complete pattern and construction before identifying the appropriate next step. Further investigation may be required to establish whether support beneath the wall has changed. The resulting repair can then address the identified defect, with foundation support and masonry reinforcement included where the assessment shows they are needed.
Why are pile installation records important?
Pile installation records help document the work carried out and support checks against the repair requirements. ASRS’s screw-down micro pile installation includes a pile log used during the work to assess whether the required bearing capacity has been achieved. These records relate to the specified system and form part of understanding how the installation corresponds with the design. The pile arrangement also needs the appropriate connection to the existing foundations, as detailed in the repair scheme. ASRS can discuss the documentation relevant to the particular project. Keeping applicable records alongside the specification and other supplied documents provides useful information about the completed foundation support.
Can a landlord arrange foundation repairs for an occupied rental property?
ASRS works with landlords and property managers arranging structural repairs for rental buildings. Reports from occupants, photographs and previous inspection documents can help explain when damage appeared and how it has changed. A site assessment then helps establish the repair requirements and any further information needed. Access to the affected areas and the building’s continued use should be considered when planning installation. Whether occupation can continue throughout the work depends on the specified repairs and site conditions. We discuss these arrangements with the client so the programme accounts for the property’s use, the required working areas and any restrictions associated with the agreed installation.
Which areas around Shepton Mallet do you cover?
We provide foundation repairs throughout Shepton Mallet and consider enquiries from nearby communities including Doulting, Croscombe, Pilton, Evercreech and Downhead. ASRS assists owners of homes, rental properties and commercial buildings, with each project assessed according to the identified damage and structural requirements. Our coverage also connects with existing subsidence repair services for Somerset, Wells and Frome. When contacting us, provide the property address, photographs and any available reports. Information about previous alterations, the history of cracking and access to the affected areas can help inform the initial discussion. We can then explain the appropriate next step for reviewing your property and planning the repair requirements.