TY  - JOUR
AB  - Outlines the application of technology used in detecting and
remedying the problems caused by subsidence and settlement, and the
responsibility placed on surveyors in detecting it. Proposes that a
clearly defined serviceability limit would reduce disputes about whether
or not acceptable subsidence or settlement had occurred. Discusses the
changes in definitions brought about through new legislation and
developing standards. Explores the main difficulties with subsidence and
highlights subsidence blight. Explains the role of insurance companies
and the changes taking place with insurance premiums, and calls for the
implementation of clear definitions of such things as unacceptable
subsidence, professional negligence and management of subsidence claims.
Investigates three stages of remedial works: the work necessary to
stabilize the foundations and thus prevent future damage; the structural
repair of the building necessary to restore the stability and structural
integrity; and the decorations and finishes. Proposes the need for
deeper foundations for new buildings on shrinkable clay soils and
alternatives to underpinning. Suggests changes that could give further
help to the insurer by changing the expectations of the homeowner and
declares that the problem has been mishandled and misunderstood by
insurers.
VL  - 11
IS  - 4
SN  - 0263-080X
DO  - 10.1108/02630809310026776
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/02630809310026776
AU  - Pryke John
PY  - 1993
Y1  - 1993/01/01
TI  - Subsidence: the time is ripe for change
T2  - Structural Survey
PB  - MCB UP Ltd
SP  - 357
EP  - 365
Y2  - 2024/09/22
ER  -