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Groundwork & Foundations

No concrete infill to cavity wall below ground level

Anonymous user 09/03/2024 - 3.36 PM

The foundations for my extension are 1m deep and has mass concrete fill to a depth of 800mm. This means that there is approximately 200mm of cavity wall below external ground level which has not been filled with concrete. This has resulted in water penetrating into the bottom of the cavity. What needs to be done to rectify this? Pumping in liquid cement or tanking the outside wall?

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4 Answers

Anonymous user

This is the reason there is a 200mm void to stop sitting water getting to your internal floor
Answered29 November 2023
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Rob Oliver Plant Hire & Groundworks

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St Austell
You don't have cavity below ground it will fill with water and the ground pressure could collapse the block work It will need filling one way or another
Answered13 November 2023
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ARBAN CONSTRUCTION LTD

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Waltham Abbey
To address water penetration in the bottom of the cavity wall, you might consider tanking the outside wall. Applying a waterproofing membrane or tanking solution can help prevent water ingress and protect the foundation from further damage. Additionally, improving drainage around the area could be beneficial in managing water flow away from the foundation. Consulting with a structural engineer or a professional in construction would provide a more tailored solution based on the specific conditions of your extension.
Answered13 November 2023
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S h groundwork & landscaping

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Crowthorne
The cavity fill should be the same level as ground level to stop pressure from the side walls collapsing, and filling with groundwater, which could freeze and blow Brick Work should 225ml below dpc
Answered5 December 2023
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