About Mining Subsidence Consultants
Cornwall's dedicated subsidence repair specialists — honest advice, expert solutions, lasting results.
Our Story
Built on Cornwall's Unique Challenges
Mining Subsidence Consultants was established to address the growing need for specialist subsidence expertise in Cornwall. With the county's rich mining heritage stretching back centuries, complex geology shaped by granite moorlands and clay valleys, and unique building traditions using local stone and lime mortar, property owners here face challenges that require genuinely specialist knowledge.
We recognised early on that Cornwall's subsidence problems are fundamentally different from those found elsewhere in the UK. While London deals primarily with clay shrinkage and the Midlands contends with coal mining legacy, Cornwall's issues stem from a combination of historical tin, copper, and china clay mining, coastal erosion, shrinkable clay soils, and the effects of the region's high rainfall on already-compromised ground.
Based at Bojea Industrial Estate in St Austell — at the heart of Cornwall's china clay country — we're ideally positioned to serve clients across the entire county. From Bude in the north to Penzance in the west, and everywhere in between, our team provides fast, professional subsidence solutions tailored to Cornwall's specific conditions.
How We Work
We believe every Cornwall property deserves a repair strategy designed around its specific situation — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Every project begins with a thorough assessment of your property and its ground conditions. We examine the building's construction, its foundation type, the local geology, drainage, nearby trees, and any historical mining activity. This detailed investigation ensures we recommend the right solution — not just the most profitable one.
We work closely with structural engineers, insurance companies, and loss adjusters to ensure every repair scheme is properly designed, fully documented, and carried out to the highest standard. Our comprehensive approach means you deal with one team from start to finish, from the initial site visit through to final decoration and handover.
Our network includes ground engineering specialists, structural repair contractors, drainage experts, and insurance claim professionals. By bringing together these different disciplines under one service, we deliver coordinated solutions that address both the cause of subsidence and its effects on your property. This integrated approach typically delivers faster results and lower overall costs than managing multiple contractors independently.
Whether you need resin injection ground stabilisation, traditional underpinning, or structural masonry repairs, our team manages the entire process and keeps you informed at every stage.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do for Cornwall's property owners.
Honesty First
We tell you what we find, recommend what's needed, and never oversell. If your problem doesn't need expensive treatment, we'll say so. Our reputation depends on giving straight, trustworthy advice — even when that means recommending a less costly solution.
Deep Expertise
Our team brings together ground engineering, structural repair, and insurance claims expertise. This combination of skills means better outcomes for our clients. We understand Cornwall's geology, its traditional construction methods, and the specific challenges of mining subsidence.
Uncompromising Quality
Every repair we carry out is designed to last. We use the best materials, follow proven methodologies, and back our work with comprehensive guarantees. We never cut corners, because a subsidence repair that fails is worse than no repair at all.
Clear Communication
Subsidence is stressful. We keep you informed at every stage, explain everything in plain English, and respond promptly to your questions. You'll always know what we're doing, why we're doing it, and what happens next. No jargon, no surprises.
Local Commitment
We live and work in Cornwall. This isn't just a business territory — it's our home. We're invested in the communities we serve and take pride in protecting Cornwall's built heritage for future generations.
Client Advocacy
We act as your advocate throughout the process, particularly when dealing with insurance companies and loss adjusters. We ensure the repair scope is adequate, the workmanship meets standards, and you receive a fair outcome from your claim.
Why Cornwall Property Owners Trust Us
Cornwall property owners trust us because we understand the specific challenges they face. A property sitting above former tin mine workings near Camborne requires a fundamentally different approach from a Victorian terrace experiencing clay shrinkage in Truro, or a coastal cottage dealing with cliff instability near Padstow. We tailor our advice and solutions to each unique situation.
Our clients also value our transparency. We explain the full range of options available, from the least invasive and least expensive through to the most comprehensive. We outline the pros and cons of each approach and help you make an informed decision. We never pressure clients into unnecessary work, and we're always upfront about costs, timescales, and realistic expectations.
Finally, our track record speaks for itself. Over 500 completed projects across Cornwall have given us experience with every type of subsidence, every soil condition, and every building construction method found in the county. When you work with us, you benefit from all that accumulated knowledge and expertise.
Mining Subsidence Consultants is a lead generation service. We introduce enquiries to relevant specialist contractors operating in Cornwall. We do not carry out construction work directly.
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