Cracked windows and tiles in 10 houses, probably due to works by De Watergroep

Residents also complain about excessive noise pollution. Jolien Van Onacker: “The worst thing is when they are working with those vibrating plates. The vibrations in the ground and the noise. The decibels are also too high. We also have damage in a support beam and on the terrace. Let’s hope that the roof won’t collapse.”

The works have been going on for three years. De Watergroep shows understanding. “We are aware that these are annoying works. We have also always announced those works on our website to inform people as much as possible. Of course, they are necessary works that we have to carry out to increase that water production capacity. continue to guarantee.”

No damage files yet

But De Watergroep officially knows nothing about damage yet. “We have had initial contact with a local resident who has reported this to us, but we have not yet received any damage files. People who have suffered damage should contact their insurer. Then a file will be drawn up together with De Watergroep, and Then we will investigate further.”

So Anny and Emiel know what to do. Their terrace tiles are also cracked and a window in the kitchen is starting to crack. “We are not reassured. If they continue like this, that damage will worsen. And who knows what the damage is that we are not seeing now, but that we may discover later.”

In the coming weeks, the residents will be able to recover and then in the week of July 10, the last sheet piles will be removed.