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Underpinning Cost Estimator

Underpinning prices per linear metre. Enter the affected wall length, pick a method, and see the indicative London total — with everything the number excludes stated plainly.

How much does underpinning cost? London indicative rates: traditional mass concrete £1,500–£3,000 per linear metre; beam-and-base £2,000–£3,500/m; mini-piled £2,500–£4,500+/m. A typical single-elevation scheme of 6–8 metres therefore runs roughly £10,000–£24,000 before design fees, party wall costs and reinstatement. Method is an engineering decision from ground investigation — and remember most investigated subsidence never needs underpinning at all.

Per-metre estimate

Important: this tool provides general, indicative guidance only. It is not a survey, a diagnosis or a quotation, and it cannot assess your specific property. Figures are broad London planning ranges; the appointed professional confirms actual fees and any repair costs are confirmed by contractors pricing an engineered specification. If you are concerned about your property, request a structural assessment or call.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many metres will I need?

Whatever length of foundation is genuinely inadequate — established by investigation, trial pits and monitoring, not guesswork. Partial schemes covering only the affected elevation are common and legitimate.

What does the per-metre rate exclude?

Engineer's design and inspections, Building Control fees, party wall procedure (near-universal in terraces), internal reinstatement and any temporary accommodation. Budget these separately — they're material.

Should I get underpinning quotes first or investigation first?

Investigation first, always. An underpinning quote before diagnosis is a solution seeking a problem — and most investigated movement resolves at a far cheaper tier.

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