Galantic & Co Ltd · Groundworks & basements
Groundworks & basements
Foundations, drainage, excavation and below-ground work, done properly because everything above depends on it.
Groundworks & basements
Everything above depends on it.
Groundwork is the least visible part of a building project and one of the most important. Foundations, drainage and below-ground walls have to suit the soil, the neighbouring buildings and the structure that will sit on top.
We carry out groundworks as part of our extensions and new builds, and as stand-alone projects.
- One team from groundwork to the final finish
- More than 25 years of construction experience
- London-wide, plus the surrounding areas
What we do
Groundwork we carry out
- 01
Foundations
Excavation and foundations for extensions, outbuildings and new structures.
- 02
Drainage
New and altered drainage runs, connections and inspection chambers.
- 03
Excavation & site preparation
Clearing and levelling ground, and removing spoil, before building starts.
- 04
Basements & underpinning
Below-ground work including underpinning existing foundations, planned with engineers and building control.
Good to know
Things to know before you start
General guidance for homes in England. Rules change and every property is different, so check your own position with your council or adviser.
Ground conditions
Clay soils, tree roots and existing drains all affect foundation design. A structural engineer specifies what is needed and building control inspects it.
Party walls
Excavating close to a neighbour's foundations can require party wall notices under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Public sewers
Building over or near a public sewer usually needs the water company's agreement.
Basements
Many London boroughs have specific planning policies for basements. Waterproofing below ground is a specialist design job and should be specified before work starts.
Questions
Frequently asked
Do you do groundworks on their own?
Yes. We carry out groundworks as part of our own builds and as separate projects.
Can you build a basement under my house?
Basement projects depend heavily on the property, the ground and the council's planning policy. Tell us about the property and we will talk through the next step.
Who designs the foundations?
A structural engineer specifies the foundations, and building control inspects them before they are covered.
What does groundwork cost?
It depends on the ground, access and what has to be built. We give you a written outline and costs after a site visit.
Related services
Often built together.
Start a conversation
Planning groundworks & basements?
Tell us a little about your property and plans. We will get back to you to discuss the project and arrange the next step.
Based in RomfordServing all of London
and the surrounding areas