Strengthening and increasing the bearing capacity of the foundation soils
Water and other troubles
Cracks in walls and uneven floors are often a symptom of an underlying problem. Many structural issues are related to unstable soil conditions or settlement. To address these problems, it is important to understand not only the visible effects on the building or structure but also what is happening within the soil itself. Different soil types create different challenges and require different solutions. Having an expert on hand who knows how to act and what to do can help ensure that solving one problem does not create another.
Misunderstanding these conditions can lead to catastrophic results. For example, a residential house near Moscow suffered damage after a trench dug under the floor to fix a leaking pipe (the pipe replacement required opening the floor) was refilled with sand. The house was built on expansive clay soil. The sand-filled trench created a channel that diverted groundwater beneath the house, saturating the clay and, due to swelling, unevenly lifting different parts of the building. As a result, the pipe repair caused far more damage to the building than the broken pipe alone, because the soil type of the foundation had not been taken into account when choosing the solution.
Uretek designs its solutions taking into account heterogeneous soil layers and their behavior, as well as the interaction with Uretek resins under different conditions. Understanding this, engineers select the correct material type and technology, which, when implemented, displace water from problematic soil, replace it with the resin, and create a future-proof hydro barrier. As a result, the soil loses its tendency to swell while simultaneously increasing its load-bearing capacity.
Misunderstanding these conditions can lead to catastrophic results. For example, a residential house near Moscow suffered damage after a trench dug under the floor to fix a leaking pipe (the pipe replacement required opening the floor) was refilled with sand. The house was built on expansive clay soil. The sand-filled trench created a channel that diverted groundwater beneath the house, saturating the clay and, due to swelling, unevenly lifting different parts of the building. As a result, the pipe repair caused far more damage to the building than the broken pipe alone, because the soil type of the foundation had not been taken into account when choosing the solution.
Uretek designs its solutions taking into account heterogeneous soil layers and their behavior, as well as the interaction with Uretek resins under different conditions. Understanding this, engineers select the correct material type and technology, which, when implemented, displace water from problematic soil, replace it with the resin, and create a future-proof hydro barrier. As a result, the soil loses its tendency to swell while simultaneously increasing its load-bearing capacity.
It's time to figure out the foundation of your house
What does a problem with the foundation base look like?
This will not resolve on its own. The first step is to understand and identify the cause. Only after that can a well-balanced decision about the future be made.
Don’t face this challenge alone. Get as much information as possible to make an objective decision. From our experience, 2 out of 3 clients who contact us choose to carry out an inspection and review the recommendations.
Don’t put it off — trust the experience and professionalism of our team, and we will help you save and restore what matters to you.
Don’t put it off — trust the experience and professionalism of our team, and we will help you save and restore what matters to you.
If you’ve reached this section, it means you are ready to take responsibility for the future of your property. We value your care and invite you to take the first step toward saving your valuable asset that is undergoing deterioration. However, don’t rush your decision — your well-being and safety matter.
Start with a minimally required inspection of your building at a reasonable cost to avoid risks and make an informed decision. By obtaining a clear picture of the scale of the problem, you will be able to decide on the next steps. You have three options:
Start with a minimally required inspection of your building at a reasonable cost to avoid risks and make an informed decision. By obtaining a clear picture of the scale of the problem, you will be able to decide on the next steps. You have three options:
Carefully monitor the progression of damage using professional tools, identifying the “point of no return”
Develop a solution plan taking into account structural, financial, and practical constraints, and implement it
Seek alternative solutions from third parties based on the conducted inspection
Risks caused by foundation deformation and damage:
Damage to communications that are laid under or near load-bearing structures;
Damage to the building's internal communications;
Damage to load-bearing walls, partitions, and ceilings;
Повреждение систем водоотведения;
Damage to the pavement and external buildings;
Shortening the life of the building;
Pre-emergency condition and the need for unscheduled major repairs;
Inconvenience of building operation and life-threatening conditions;
Heat loss and mold are caused by damaged waterproofing.
What happens to a building or structure?
What caused the cracks or structural displacements?
Is there any point in waiting for improvements or changes, and what kind of changes are we talking about?
Is a cosmetic repair sufficient, and for how long?
What will happen if I don't do anything, and by when?
Will "store-bought or do-it-yourself" solutions help, and what exactly?
Will the "familiar foreman" be able to solve the issue?
Is it possible to slow down or stop the destruction process?
Is it possible to return to the previous state? What are the options?
When is the best and cheapest time to start solving it? Or can it be done later?
What can you get for X rubles?
How much does the solution cost, and what are the implementation conditions?
Questions Uretek can answer:
No demolition or removal works required
International expertise and database of projects
Work warranty and safety from 5 to 60 years
Long‑term stable polymer resin
Visible and instrumentally verifiable results
Custom material and technical solution design for each project
Results immediately after work completion
Suitable for different types of structures
Environmentally neutral technology and waste disposal
Increases service life and property value
Approved international technologies
Brand history and technological development since 1978
No demolition or removal works required
International expertise and database of projects
Work warranty and safety from 5 to 60 years
Long‑term stable polymer resin
Visible and instrumentally verifiable results
Custom material and technical solution design for each project
Results immediately after work completion
Suitable for different types of structures
Environmentally neutral technology and waste disposal
Increases service life and property value
Approved international technologies
Brand history and technological development since 1978
By contacting URETEK, you will be able to:
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Figure out what's going on -
Increase the operating time of the facility -
Make an informed and well-considered decision for yourself -
Take control of the asset's condition -
Stop the loss of asset value -
Choose the most suitable way to implement the solution
ПРИМЕРЫ РЕАЛИЗОВАНЫХ ПРОЕКТОВ
Almost instant results
Choosing and defining the appropriate solution together with the client
Only top brands of equipment and tools
The possibility of implementing the project in stages according to the client's required schedule
Post-project monitoring and promptness in case of necessary improvements. 24/7 communication
Parallel improvement of the characteristics of hydro-, heat- and vibration insulation of structures
We guarantee:
5 year
minimum warranty on completed work
0,5 mm
precision of the performed work
2-3 days
for completing a standard project
material curing time
18 sec
savings compared to other technologies
25%
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