Subsidence Surveys

During a subsidence survey, an expert will visit your property to inspect for signs of subsidence. The surveyor will look for obvious evidence of movement such as cracked walls and sinking floors, then determine the scale and likely cause of the issue. In some cases subsidence has occurred due to natural movement, while in others a more serious structural problem has developed.

When surveying for subsidence, it is recommended that it is carried out by a chartered surveyor who will complete a full building assessment and thoroughly check for structural issues. This helps identify whether follow-on works such as foundation subsidence repair or ground improvement are required.

When significant subsidence has occurred and works are needed, home insurance usually covers the cost of repairs, which is important context when buying or selling a property affected by subsidence, subject to policy terms. It is worth confirming whether methods such as resin injection repairs are included, and reading our what is subsidence guide can help you understand the warning signs before arranging remediation.