Basement Underpinning

  • Linear Feet of Foundation: Total length of foundation walls to underpin
  • Depth Increase: How much deeper to extend the foundation (typically 2-4 feet)
  • Wall Thickness: Thickness of foundation wall (default 8 inches)
  • Foundation Type: Type of existing foundation
  • Underpinning Method: Method of underpinning
  • Soil Condition: Ground conditions affecting excavation difficulty
  • Access Difficulty: How difficult is access to the work area
  • Include Floor Lowering: Remove and replace concrete floor at new lower level
  • Floor Area: Square footage of basement floor (for floor lowering)
  • Include Waterproofing: Apply waterproofing membrane to underpinned sections
  • Include Structural Engineering: Structural engineer design and inspections
  • Include Permits: Building permits and inspections
  • Calculation Results: Estimated quantities and costs