During the drought years of 1989 to 1990 a thirsty Lombardy Poplar tree drained the foundations of a house dry causing the property to subside.
The cause of the problem was identified and the tree was cut down. Whilst proceedings were instigated, a period of monitoring was carried out.
During the winter of 1994/5 however a most strange phenomenon occurred. The combination of record rainfall and the absence of our thirsty tree meant that the land 'heaved a sigh' and the house promptly floated back into position! The problem was resolved by an 'act of God'.
Despite the insurance company's intransigence.
Find out about the case of the House that was Falling Over here.