When to Carry Out Underpinning Underpinning consists in carrying out work in view of a new transmission of the loads during the modification of a construction. Underpinning work is delicate because of the risks of collapse and settlement of the existing structure. Underpinning: in which cases? Underpinning is justified in two cases. 1. The dimensioning […]
External Waterproofing
3 Types of Earthworks and Foundations
3 Types of Earthworks and Foundations Earthworks involve various operations using mechanical machines to prepare the land for future construction. Earthwork: the principle The earthwork consists of several steps: Soil stripping: the topsoil is temporarily extracted to a depth of about 25 cm. This operation can be carried out manually for smaller sites or with […]
Tips for a Successful House Foundation
Tips for a Successful House Foundation Contents Preliminary study Excavation of the foundation Reinforcing the foundations Pouring the concrete The foundations of a house are an essential element in the stability of the structure. In the construction of a home, the structural work includes the foundations, drainage, base, walls, framework, roof and exterior joinery. In this […]
How to Easily Level a Concrete Floor
Summary – Step 1: Before you patch a cement floor – Step 2: Clean the floor – Step 3: Apply an adhesion primer – Step 4: Prepare the fibre patching mortar – Step 5: Pour the patching mortar onto the cement floor – Step 6: Case 1: Spread the self-levelling mortar – Step 6: Case […]