Groundworks & Foundation Specialists
From initial excavation to structural foundations, we provide the solid base every building needs. Serving domestic and commercial clients across Bristol and the South West.
The Foundation of Every Great Build
Every successful construction project starts with solid groundworks. At St Michaels, we specialise in all aspects of groundworks and foundation construction — from initial site preparation and excavation through to concrete foundations, drainage and slab.
Groundworks & Foundation Services
Strip Foundations
Traditional strip foundations for load-bearing walls, constructed to structural engineer's specification and Building Regulations requirements.
Pad Foundations
Isolated pad foundations for columns and point loads, accurately set out and constructed in reinforced concrete.
Raft Foundations
Reinforced concrete raft foundations for poor ground conditions or where differential settlement is a concern.
Pile Caps & Ground Beams
Reinforced concrete pile caps and ground beams connecting piled foundations to the superstructure above.
Excavation & Reduced Level Dig
Precise excavation to formation level, including reduced level dig, topsoil strip and disposal of surplus material.
Ground-Bearing Slabs
Reinforced ground-bearing concrete slabs for domestic and commercial buildings, including insulated and power-floated finishes.
Underpinning
Traditional mass concrete underpinning and mini-pile underpinning for subsidence repair and foundation strengthening.
Land Raises & Level Changes
Raising ground levels using imported fill material, compacted and graded to specification for development or flood mitigation.
Drainage & Soakaways
Foundation drainage, perimeter drains, soakaways and land drainage to protect structures from water ingress.
Retaining Walls
Reinforced concrete and masonry retaining walls for level changes, basement construction and slope stabilisation.
Starting a New Build or Extension?
Get in touch for expert advice and a competitive quote on your groundworks and foundation requirements.