Basement Lowering & Underpinning

Westboro Foundation Repair also provides structural improvements to lower your basement to provide more space (including underpinning the existing foundation). This requires a structural engineer's design and a building permit.

In cases where geotechnical issues are discovered (such as voids under footings or major settlement / consolidation of soils), geotechnical testing and report is required. We perform this work according to engineered drawings as per building permit requirements. We can provide specialized solutions such as underpinning. The following is a breakdown of basement lowering and underpinning services:

Basement Structural Improvements (Requires Engineer)*:

Engineering

* We do not practice engineering, however we can recommend professional consulting engineers licensed to practice in Ontario, with a Certificate of Authorization (C of A). Confirm your engineer is qualified, visit: https://www.peo.on.ca/directory