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Historical objects

Subsidence is a common problem in historical buildings due to the age of the building, the materials used in construction, and changes in the ground conditions over time. Repairing subsidence in historical buildings requires a delicate balance between preserving the building’s historical features and ensuring that it remains safe and stable.

Subsidence occurs when the soil beneath a building settles or shifts, causing the foundation to subside and the building to become unstable. If left untreated, subsidence can lead to structural damage, cracking and collapse.

Repairing subsidence in a historical building using geopolymer resin injection technology requires a high level of expertise and experience. It is important to work with a team of professionals who are familiar with historical building preservation and who can ensure that the repair process does not damage or alter the building’s historical features.

URETEK Baltic experienced technical team understands the unique challenges and considerations involved in preserving the building’s historical features while ensuring that it remains stable and safe. In some cases, repairs may need to be made in stages to avoid causing damage to the building’s structure. Additionally, care must be taken to select repair methods and materials that will not damage or alter the building’s historical features.

URETEK geopolymer resin injection method is an effective technique for repairing subsidence in historical buildings. The technique involves injecting a specialized geopolymer resin into the ground underneath the building, which then expands and hardens, stabilizing the soil and preventing further subsidence.

The process of repairing subsidence in a historical building using geopolymer resin injection typically involves the following steps:

  1. Assessment: A team of our experts and engineers will assess the extent of the subsidence and determine the best approach for repairing it using geopolymer resins.
  2. Preparation: The building will be prepared for the injection process, which may involve drilling 10-16mm holes into the ground underneath the building.
  3. Injection: The geopolymer resin will be injected into the ground through the holes using specialized equipment. The resin will then expand and harden, stabilizing the soil and preventing further subsidence. Floor and foundation will be lifted back to its projected hight.
  4. Monitoring: The building will be monitored over time to ensure that the subsidence has been successfully repaired and that the building remains stable.
Geopolymer resin injection can also be used to stop historical monuments from subsiding. Historical monuments are often made of materials that are more fragile than modern construction materials and require careful treatment to avoid further damage during repairs. Geopolymer resin injection is a minimally invasive and effective technique for stabilizing the ground underneath historical monuments and preventing further subsidence. The resin is injected directly into the ground underneath the monument, filling voids and stabilizing the soil.

The process of using geopolymer resin injection to repair subsidence in a historical monument is similar to the process used for historical buildings. It involves an assessment of the extent of the subsidence, preparation of the monument for injection, the injection of the resin, and monitoring of the monument over time to ensure that the repair is successful.

One advantage of using geopolymer resin injection technology is that it does not require heavy equipment or excavation, which can be damaging to the historical building or monument. This makes it a more cost-effective and less disruptive solution than traditional foundation repair methods. The injection process does not require excavation or demolition, which means that disruptions to the surrounding environment are minimized.

In addition, URETEK patented geopolymer resins used in injection process have all the necessary environmental and safety certificates, making it a safe and sustainable option.

For a free consultation and to assess the condition of the load-bearing structures of the building contact our experienced specialists.

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