On this high-value residential project in Altrincham, Basement Structures North delivered a technically demanding piling and basement excavation package—planned to protect surrounding assets, maintain programme certainty, and create the right conditions for long-term watertight performance. Working from a clear temporary works approach, the team managed formation levels, sequencing and site controls to keep the excavation stable and the structure build-ready.

The outcome was a precisely executed basement dig and enabling works package, delivered with disciplined safety management and quality checks—setting a strong foundation for reinforced concrete construction and waterproofing coordination in line with BS 8102:2022.

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Altrincham Piling & Excavation FAQs

Piling is often used to control settlement and transfer loads to suitable ground strata—particularly on high-value residential sites where nearby structures, variable ground conditions, or tight tolerances demand predictable performance. It can also support basement walls and help create a stable platform for the reinforced concrete basement structure.

Stability is achieved through engineered sequencing, clear temporary works controls, and disciplined site management. Formation levels, access, and support measures are planned so excavation progresses predictably while protecting surrounding assets and keeping the works build-ready for the next structural stages.

Temporary works are planned and managed using defined procedures, design checks and controlled change. For higher-risk phases such as excavation support and propping, we work to BS 5975-1:2024 procedures with appointed Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) and Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) oversight.

Waterproofing performance is strongly influenced by early-stage excavation accuracy, detailing allowances and structural interfaces. Even during enabling works, we coordinate the build sequence and tolerances to support waterproofing design in line with BS 8102:2022—helping reduce rework and long-term leakage risk.

We specialise in basement engineering and construction—typically delivering piling, structural excavation, temporary works, reinforced concrete structures and waterproofing design coordination. We focus on providing a high-performance shell & core that is ready for follow-on trades, without compromising the structural or waterproofing strategy.

Planning piling and basement excavation in Altrincham?

Speak to Basement Structures North about specialist piling, structural excavation and temporary works management in Altrincham and across South Manchester. We deliver controlled sequencing to BS 5975-1:2024 and coordinate the works to support watertight basement performance in line with BS 8102:2022—ideal for high-value residential projects where precision and risk control matter.

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