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Fixing Subsidence: Screw Piles vs Traditional Underpinning

Fixing Subsidence: Screw Piles vs Traditional Underpinning

by Ground Sun | Jul 22, 2026 | News

Screw Pile Footings: A Smarter Alternative to Traditional Foundations

Screw Pile Footings: A Smarter Alternative to Traditional Foundations

by Ground Sun | Jun 24, 2026 | News

Why Screw Piles Around Trees Are the Best Foundation Choice

Why Screw Piles Around Trees Are the Best Foundation Choice

by Ground Sun | May 18, 2026 | News

Using screw piles around trees provides a foundation solution that protects roots, meets UK regulatory standards, and avoids costly delays linked to tree preservation orders. Helical screw piles minimise disturbance compared to traditional concrete, making them the...
Building on London Clay: Foundation Solutions That Handle Heave and Shrinkage

Building on London Clay: Foundation Solutions That Handle Heave and Shrinkage

by Ground Sun | May 11, 2026 | News

London clay foundations require specialist solutions that can handle both clay heave and shrinkage, ensuring structural stability over decades. Ground Sun specialises in helical screw piles—especially AB Chance systems—which offer proven reliability and compliance for...
Screw Pile Warranty Requirements: Meeting NHBC and LABC Standards

Screw Pile Warranty Requirements: Meeting NHBC and LABC Standards

by Ground Sun | May 5, 2026 | News

Screw pile foundation systems must be supported by appropriate engineering design, technical evidence and installation records to satisfy the requirements of Building Control and, where applicable, structural warranty providers. For residential, commercial and...
Screw Pile Building Control Requirements: A Complete UK Guide

Screw Pile Building Control Requirements: A Complete UK Guide

by Ground Sun | Apr 20, 2026 | News

If you are considering helical screw piles for a structural project, understanding screw pile Building Control requirements early can help prevent delays, additional engineering work and problems at the approval stage. Building Control will normally want evidence that...
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