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Strengthening the Ground – Why Soil Stabilization is Essential
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Strengthening the Ground – Why Soil Stabilization is Essential

The ground is the foundation of every house – literally. Strengthening the ground is essential because if the subsoil is unstable, it can cause serious problems: cracks in walls, uneven floors, or even damage to utility lines. Whether for existing buildings or new constructions, stable ground is crucial for the longevity and safety of your structure.

Synthetic Resin Injections: The Smart Solution for Stable Ground

A proven and minimally invasive method for soil stabilization is synthetic resin injections, also known as PUR injections. A special resin is injected directly into the problematic soil through small drill holes.

The resin expands and solidifies there, filling voids and compacting the ground enormously. The advantage? No extensive excavation work is necessary, and residents can often stay in the building while the work is being carried out. It is an efficient and sustainable solution to increase the load-bearing capacity of the soil and repair settlement damage.

Who is soil stabilization relevant for?

  • Building owners with existing cracks or settlement issues in their home.
  • Builders and investors planning new construction projects on difficult terrain to prevent future damage.

Solid ground is the invisible but crucial pillar of your house. Invest in soil stabilization to ensure long-term stability and peace of mind!

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Our services at a glance

  • On-site consultation

    The aim of our free on-site consultation throughout Switzerland is to assess the settlement damage to your house, recommend measures to repair the damage, and, if you wish, provide you with a competitive quote for PUR injection into the building ground.

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  • Stopping building subsidence

    The most efficient method for stopping building settlement is to stabilize the ground using PUR injections. This involves injecting foaming polyurethane into the foundation subsoil at several different depths, thereby restoring the settlement-free load-bearing capacity of the ground.

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  • Get your house back on track

    Pressing polyurethane into the ground beneath the concrete floor slab increases its volume, allowing the house to be lifted at specific points once a certain ground pressure is reached.

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  • Increase ground bearing capacity

    Increasing the load on the structure increases the soil pressure under the foundation, which can lead to settlement. PUR injection into the subsoil increases the load-bearing capacity to such an extent that the additional load on the structure is borne by the subsoil without settlement.

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  • Seal leak in excavation pit wall

    PUR injections are used to seal gaps and unwanted leaks in building foundation walls against pressing groundwater. The process is also suitable for creating sealing walls and floors, so that, for example, in existing buildings, pits for new elevator shafts below the groundwater level can be excavated and concreted without a special excavation wall and only with open water drainage.

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  • Sealing Arteser during geothermal drilling

    When sinking geothermal boreholes, there is a risk of an artesian well, in which pressurized groundwater rises from the depths of the borehole. By injecting foaming polyurethane at three different depths around the geothermal probe borehole, a three-stage sealing collar is formed around the geothermal probe in the injection area, which prevents water from flowing around the seal in the borehole and permanently stops the flow of water rising from the depths.

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Why Choose the SoilTec Solution?

 

Faced with cracks or subsidence, many homeowners immediately think of heavy concrete underpinning. SoilTec offers a modern, certified, and durable alternative.

  • Fast Intervention: Most projects are completed within 1 day.
  • Non-Invasive: No heavy construction machinery, no destruction of your garden or interior flooring.
  • Cost-Effective: Often 30% to 50% cheaper than traditional underpinning methods.
  • Long-Term Warranty: Our work is insured, and our resins are certified for a lifespan of over 50 years in the ground.
  • Laser Precision: We monitor the lifting of your building with millimeter accuracy in real-time.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Is the resin harmful to the environment?

No. The polyurethane (PUR) resin we use is inert once cured. It does not pollute groundwater and complies with the strictest Swiss environmental standards.

 

How much does a SoilTec intervention cost?

Every project is unique. The cost depends on the volume of voids to be filled and the soil conditions. However, our solution is generally much more affordable than conventional concrete work. Contact us for a free estimate.

 

Can we stay in the house during the work?

Yes, absolutely. Since we do not need to break floors or dig trenches inside, you can continue living in your home normally during our technicians' intervention.

 

Where does SoilTec operate?

We operate throughout Switzerland: Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lugano, and everywhere in between. Our teams are mobile and equipped with self-sufficient workshop trucks.

We stabilize your house. Soil stabilization through synthetic resin injection is the most economical and fastest solution for restoring the stability of a house. We specialize in soil stabilization through PUR injections and are happy to support you with our professional services.

SoilTec AG
Postfach 453
4800 Zofingen
T. 0800 400 111
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