Risks to building materials

Ground contaminants can present a risk to sub surface construction materials, including concrete foundations and buried pipework. Managing these risks can be crucial to satisfying planning conditions, achieving building regulations and fulfilling your duty of care to future site users.

GroundFirst offers reliable advice on the risks posed by aggressive ground conditions. Ā In particular we understand the importance of capturing relevant data as part of wider site investigation works. This allows us to deliver reliable, cost-effective support.


We offer
  • Proportionate site investigation
  • Laboratory testing
  • Aggressive ground assessment
  • Water supply pipework assessment
  • Compliance with BRE and UKWIR guidance
  • Specification of suitable building materials
  • Remediation advice
  • Regulator liaison and negotiation
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Please get in touch to discuss your specific risk assessment needs:

telephone07484 542827

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