Land and geospatial surveying

Subsidence Monitoring

Crack and movement monitoring that tells you whether a building is still moving. We track it accurately over time, so you know if the problem is active or historic before you spend on repairs.

The survey

Is It Still Moving?

A crack in a wall on its own tells you very little. What matters is whether it is still moving. Subsidence monitoring answers that by measuring movement precisely over a period of time.

We install monitoring points and take accurate readings at set intervals, so any movement shows up clearly in the data. That tells you whether you are dealing with active subsidence that needs underpinning or old, stable cracking that just needs making good. It saves you from expensive work you may not need.

How we monitor

How We Track Movement

Accurate readings over time, turned into data you can act on.

  • Tell-tale crack monitors
  • Precise level monitoring
  • Readings at set intervals over time
  • Internal and external cracking
  • Movement trends and comparisons
  • Clear data you can act on

When and reporting

Monitor Before You Underpin

Underpinning is expensive. Before anyone commits to it, you want to know the movement is real and ongoing. Monitoring gives you that certainty.

We monitor over a period that suits the situation, usually several months, then report the trend clearly. You get the data, the interpretation and a straight answer on whether the building is moving. That is what insurers, engineers and owners need to make the right call on repairs.

FAQ

Common Questions

How long does monitoring take?
Usually several months, so we can see whether the cracking is moving across changing conditions. The exact period depends on the situation, which we agree up front.
Why not just repair the crack?
Because if the building is still moving, the crack will come straight back. Monitoring tells you whether you have active subsidence or stable, historic cracking, so you fix the right problem.
What causes subsidence?
Common causes include shrinkable clay soils, tree roots, leaking drains and made-up ground. Part of the job is working out which is driving the movement.
What do I get at the end?
Clear monitoring data, the trend over time and a straight answer on whether the building is moving. Enough for an insurer or engineer to act on.

Start Monitoring

Tell us the property and the cracking you are seeing. We will monitor the movement and give you a straight answer on what is happening.