Factors Affecting Buildings in Tiverton
Tiverton contains historic town-centre buildings, traditional masonry homes, commercial properties, modern housing and buildings in surrounding rural areas. These different property types can have varied foundations and construction details, affecting how they respond to changes in the ground. Older buildings may have shallower foundations, while extensions and later additions can move differently from the original structure.
The town’s changing ground levels and proximity to the Rivers Exe and Lowman make drainage and water management important considerations when investigating movement. Leaking pipes, damaged drains and concentrated surface water can alter the condition of supporting ground. Vegetation, prolonged dry weather and inadequately compacted material may also contribute to localised settlement. At ASRS Ltd, we examine the pattern of damage and the conditions surrounding the property before recommending structural work. This helps determine whether the problem involves subsidence, historic settlement or another form of building movement.
Damage Associated With Foundation Movement
Subsidence does not always create one obvious defect. A property may develop stepped cracks through external masonry, diagonal cracking near doors or windows, or separation between sections built at different times. Internal plaster can crack in corresponding areas, while floors may slope and doors may become difficult to close. Previously filled cracks that continue to reopen can also indicate that movement requires further investigation.
Some defects that resemble subsidence can originate elsewhere in the structure. Failed lintels, corroded wall ties and inadequate lateral restraint may cause cracking or distortion without significant foundation movement. ASRS therefore assesses the complete building rather than selecting a repair based solely on the appearance of one crack.
The resulting programme may include masonry reinforcement, Helifix crack repairs, ground anchors or additional foundation support. ASRS also provides concrete repairs in Tiverton where cracking or deterioration has affected concrete within the property.
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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.
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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
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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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Repairing the Cause and Resulting Damage
A subsidence repair programme must consider the ground movement and the damage transferred into the structure above. ASRS Ltd begins by reviewing the position and direction of cracks, changes around openings and any separation between different parts of the property. Drainage, vegetation, foundation arrangements and previous alterations may also be considered as part of the investigation. We can work with structural engineers, surveyors, insurers and loss adjusters where additional investigation or a formal specification is required.
Once the problem is understood, ASRS can combine appropriate repair systems within one coordinated programme. Cracked walls may be strengthened using stainless steel reinforcement installed into selected mortar joints. Where the existing foundations require additional support, micro piles can transfer the building load to more reliable ground below. Other work may include lintel reinforcement, ground anchors or the stabilisation of retaining walls. The chosen repair will depend on the property and evidence gathered rather than a standard response being applied to every building.
Structural Repairs Delivered by Specialists
ASRS Ltd has experience working with traditional masonry, modern construction and buildings affected by several related structural defects. Our broad range of services allows us to address foundation movement, cracked walls and weakened structural elements as part of a single repair programme. This provides clients with a clear route from assessment through to the completion of the specified work.
As an approved Helifix installer, we can use concealed masonry reinforcement to restore strength while retaining much of the existing brickwork or stonework. Our trained teams complete repairs in accordance with the agreed design and take account of access, occupancy and the surrounding property. We understand that structural movement can be concerning, so we communicate clearly and explain how the proposed work addresses the identified problem. Our aim is to provide professional workmanship and an effective repair suited to the building’s individual requirements.
