Alphington homes near Darebin Creek and the Yarra corridor can experience ground movement and moisture-driven soil changes that show up as sloping floors, sticking doors, and cracking. A digital floor level survey pinpoints where movement is occurring and how severe it is.
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We take a grid of digital level readings across accessible rooms and corridors to map floor height changes. This shows whether the floor falls consistently, dips locally, or changes direction between the original house and an extension.
We highlight the highest and lowest measured points and any sharp changes over short distances. Abrupt transitions can indicate localised footing movement, compromised bearers/joists (where accessible), or settlement at a join between building stages.
Where possible, we relate the measured floor falls to typical on-site signs such as door misalignment, window binding, cracked plaster, or uneven thresholds. This helps you connect the data to what you’re seeing day to day.
Alphington homes are often renovated with rear additions. We assess level differences between zones to help determine whether movement is widespread or concentrated around a newer slab, an older subfloor area, or a transition point.
We record relevant contributors we can observe during the visit, such as drainage fall away from the building, moisture-prone areas, or nearby trees that may affect ground moisture. These notes support a more practical interpretation of the level pattern.
Your report summarises the measured floor level variation, the likely movement pattern, and what to do next. If the readings suggest significant or progressive movement, we’ll recommend the appropriate next stage (for example, engineering assessment) rather than guesswork.
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Yes. Many Alphington weatherboards sit on timber subfloors that can change with moisture, ventilation, and bearer/joist condition. A digital floor level survey measures the actual fall and highlights where it changes direction, which can indicate differential settlement or subfloor issues. It’s especially helpful before renovating, because it gives a baseline to plan re-levelling or restumping work properly.
The survey measures floor level variation and the pattern of movement, which is a key input for restumping or underpinning decisions. It doesn’t replace an engineer’s design where structural repairs are required, but it can show whether the issue looks localised or widespread and whether there are abrupt level changes that warrant further structural assessment before you commit to major works.
We measure accessible internal floor areas across rooms, hallways, and transitions between building sections. We focus on creating a consistent grid of readings so the results are comparable and meaningful. Wet areas, built-in cabinetry, and heavily obstructed zones can limit access, but we’ll capture enough points to map the overall fall and identify any suspicious dips or ridges.
They can. Homes closer to creek corridors and lower-lying ground may experience greater seasonal moisture variation, which can influence reactive soils and affect footing performance. That doesn’t automatically mean a property has a serious problem, but it does make accurate level data more valuable. The survey helps confirm whether the floor fall is consistent with normal settlement or suggests ongoing movement.
Time varies with the size and layout of the property, but most surveys are completed within a single visit. You’ll receive a report detailing the measured floor level differences, the direction and magnitude of falls, and a plain-English summary of what the pattern may indicate. If the results suggest significant movement, we’ll outline practical next steps for further advice or targeted repairs.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections delivers precise floor level mapping that helps Alphington buyers and owners confirm movement patterns before negotiating, renovating, or engaging structural trades. Call 0413 163 187.