Summer of 2026 and domestic subsidence in South West London

Following one of the driest summers on record, we thought it would be useful to share some of the questions we have been asked most frequently by clients about subsidence and cracking, together with the reassurance and practical advice we…

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When is a structural engineer’s report required

If you’ve recently had a property survey carried out and been told that a structural engineer’s report is required, it’s understandable to feel concerned. Many homeowners and buyers immediately assume there must be a serious problem with the property. In…

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The impact of this summer’s drought and what it means to homeowners

The met office has recently advised that 2025 is THE hottest summer since records began. The number of enquiries we have received for Structural Engineers Reports during July and August of this year has been at record levels, reflecting the…

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Subsidence and Building Insurance

This article describes some of the problems associated with subsidence and buildings insurance and offers recommendations on how to deal with these issues effectively. While the majority of our structural engineers’ reports result from surveyors reports’ and lenders’ valuation surveys,…

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Subsidence risks for properties in London

This article aims to inform the public and should not replace the advice of a Chartered Structural Engineer or Geotechnical Engineer. When purchasing a property in Greater London, contacting the Local Authority as part of your searches will provide guidance…

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Linkedin Quiz Question 3 Monday 4th November 2023

The question posed Why do we all find much more movement and cracking specifically within the rear addition/projection compared to the front elevation, when considering mid terraced Victorian houses in London. Any discrepancy between the amount of trees to front…

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