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Foundation inspection - Terrasond

WSP Terrasond diagnoses and protects wooden piles. WSP Terrasond has vast experience of foundation problems having inspected the foundations of almost 400 properties, mainly in Sweden.

Foundation inspection - Terrasond

Foundation inspection by WSP Terrasond

Piles do not last for ever. Wooden piles and grillage can be more or less contaminated by destructive organisms, but if located beneath groundwater level the wood still has a considerable durability. However, due to sewer leakage and other pollutants the decay can be considerable even here. If the groundwater sinks to beneath the foundation level decay will increase in the zone above. The decay can be halted, at considerable cost-saving, if discovered in time and the wooden construction still has sufficient strength.

Fundation inspection:

  • A study of existing drawings
  • A visual inspection of the property and its surroundings
  • The groundwater level is measured and water samples sent to the lab
  • Wood samples are sent to the lab
  • Wastewater pipes are checked
  • Subsidence levelling

Eurobor

Eurobor is the method that preserves your wooden foundation. Foundation-preserving is a quick, gentle and cost-effective way of avoiding having to strengthen your foundation at a later date. The biocide treatment stops the decomposition of wooden piles and grillage caused by microorganisms.

More information about WSP Terrasond and Eurobor in English.