What this work involves
Coordinate ground investigation with foundation design, equipment access and potential effects on neighbouring structures.
- Ground investigation and pile layout
- Equipment and working space
- Neighbouring-condition records and monitoring
Use the following design considerations when coordinating this service with a wider project. Agree which parts apply to your request.
Design structural function, connections and visible finishes together.
What the drawing needs to explain
Detail one connection with structural dimensions, visible finishes and adjoining materials. Have required protection measures and service space explicitly assessed.
Decide this before construction
Coordinate the visible detail before producing structural elements. Plan services and finishes early so unwanted boxing does not later surround a deliberately exposed connection.
Cost factors for this service
Costs depend on pile system, quantity, depth and mobilisation. Ask for the scope and selected specification to be described separately.
Bring this to the discussion
Photographs of the existing situation, available drawings and your requirements for piling & piled foundations. Identify the elements that should remain.
Questions about the work
What should I discuss before arranging piling & piled foundations?
The choice follows ground data and structural calculations. A method used next door is not automatically suitable for your project.
The design situations here illustrate choices; they are not completed projects or a diagnosis of your property.