Building foundations fall into two main categories; shallow foundations and deep foundations. These categories simply refer to the depth at which the building’s piling foundations need to be driven to…
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A common problem that can affect homes across the country, and a problem that we see a lot of, is subsidence. It mainly affects older homes but can easily start…
For certain extensions to get the go ahead, you will need planning permission from your local council. The application process can be a little intimidating and can be frustrating to…
In our last blog post we took an in-depth look at the common types of shallow foundations that you commonly see on most structures. And, as we discussed, piling falls…
Every structure requires solid foundations at its base, regardless of its size. Here at Rhinopiling we understand the necessity of quality piling and underpinning for constructions of all shapes and…
Another piling method that is commonly used across the UK, especially on larger projects, is that of rotary bored piling. RBP uses a machine with specifically designed drilling tools, buckets…
Summer construction projects have been faced with a number of difficulties in recent years, especially in the UK. Whilst most will remember the summer of 2018 fondly; long hot summer…
An extension is a great way to give you extra living space without the hassle of moving home. Maybe you need an extra bedroom, another bathroom, a conservatory to enjoy…
There is no one size fits all answer to piling. Different jobs require different methods in order to extract earth and to drive the piles, whether it be because of…
Any type of piling or underpinning work on your home will incur a certain amount of disturbance, which will obviously vary depending on how extensive the damage. Some foundation problems…
