Faster, Cheaper and Less Disruption than Traditional Underpinning
GEOPOLYMER INJECTION
TRADITIONAL UNDERPINNING
TYPICAL TIME TAKEN
Geopolymer injection
1-2
Days
Traditional underpinning
14-60
Days
PROCESS
Geopolymer injection
1. Drill tiny holes into ground around property
2. Inject Geo-polymer resin
3. Fill holes and clean up
Traditional underpinning
1. Dig out ground below and around property
2. Pour new foundations or dig piles
3. Wait for concrete to set
4. Cover new foundations
5. Re-landscape and replace paths/drives
DISRUPTION
Geopolymer injection
✓ No need to move out
✓ Truck can be parked on road up to 300 ft. away
Traditional underpinning
× Often need to move out during the project
× Often need to clear rooms and lift floors
× Access needed for construction equipment
× Major groundworks
× Skips required to dispose of soil
× Significant noise and mess from digging
PROCEDURE COST
Geopolymer injection
$$
Varies by property - quote
Traditional underpinning
+$$$
Varies by property - Varies by property and supplier
OTHER COSTS
Geopolymer injection
$ Fixing any damaged drains/tree roots which caused problem
$ Crack repairs and decorations
Traditional underpinning
$ Fixing any damaged drains/tree roots which caused problem
$ Crack repairs and decorations
$ Accommodation costs during works
$ Landscaping costs and re-laying paths
Frequently Asked Questions
How many projects have you completed?
Geobear has completed over 200,000 projects worldwide over the last 37 years. We've completed over tens of thousands of residential projects as well as major projects for commerical properties, railways, airports, ports, and government agencies.
Will there be a mess?
Very little, if any. Our geo-polymer resin is injected through tiny holes drilled in the ground. It's a bit like "keyhole surgery" so there is minimal excavation, disruption and mess. Nearly all our work is done outside the property and you don't need to move out.
What happens to any cracks in the walls?
Wall cracks may close up as the building is raised, allowing simple final repairs to follow. Windows and doors will often unstick and work properly again.
We've treated over 100,000 structures worldwide
Each project is different and the time depends on the amount of lift needed, the area which needs treatment and the ground conditions. Most projects are fully completed within 1-2 days.
Do I need to move out?
Most projects won't require the occupants to move out of their home and they may not even need to move furniture.
Is it safe and environmentally friendly?
Our resin is environmentally inert and has no detrimental effects on the environment.
