Concrete is the most common and appropriate material used in the construction of new basement walls and floors. There are a range of concrete and masonry solutions for basement construction.
Cast in situ concrete is appropriate for all types of basement construction.
ICF provides a cost-effective and simple solutions for placing in-situ concrete walls. Most appropriate for new build, rather than retrofit basements.
Masonry construction or concrete blockwork is a proven form of basement construction in the UK.
Precast concrete units are increasingly used as a form of basement construction and provide an excellent support for waterproof membranes,
This construction method is a hybrid of precast and in-situ concrete walls and floors.
Piles are more commonly used for deep basement construction, rather than domestic situations and come in various forms.