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Foundation Stabilisation of a Private House

Settlement at a house foundation corner caused visible wall cracking due to weak, compressible subsoil. The issue was resolved using deep geopolymer stabilisation, restoring structural support without disruptive excavation works.

Object: Private residence
Location: Nõmme, Tallinn, Estonia
Sector: Residential
Technology: Deep geopolymer injection under foundation
Products used: GEOLIFT 035, 1C Soil
Injection depth: Up to 3.0 m
Target soil layer: Organic medium sand (0.33–2.65 m)
Bearing layer: Dense silty fine sand below 2.65 m
Method: Controlled expanding geopolymer
Execution Time: 1 day
Contractor: Geolift International OÜ
Engineer: Valdas Kordusas

Geopolymer injection foundation reinforcement on private house stabilising sinking structure

Problem

Cracks developed in the exterior wall at one corner of the house.

Cause

The foundation was constructed on loose organic medium sand with high compressibility. Soil compaction and gradual decomposition of organic material caused differential settlement.

Risk

Progressive cracking
Structural distortion
Reduced long-term foundation stability

Solution

Deep geopolymer injections were performed beneath the affected foundation corner to:

Densify loose organic soil
Increase load-bearing capacity
Transfer structural loads to the deeper dense silty sand layer

The expanding geopolymer was injected in a controlled manner to ensure targeted soil improvement without disturbing the structure.

Execution & Results

Stabilisation depth reached up to 3.0 m
Load transferred to dense bearing layer below 2.65 m
No excavation required
Immediate load-bearing capacity achieved
Long-term stability restored

Benefits for the Client

No underpinning or structural dismantling
Minimal disruption to property
Rapid execution
Long-term foundation performance

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