Balaclava’s mix of older weatherboards and renovated brick units can hide gradual floor movement after extensions, re-stumping or drainage changes—digital level readings make the change measurable, not guesswork.
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We take multiple digital level readings across living areas, hallways and bedrooms (where accessible) to show how the floor changes from point to point. This matters because movement patterns are often more telling than a single low spot.
Results are assessed for consistent falls, ridges and localised “dishes”. These patterns can indicate general settlement, isolated stump/bearer issues, or deflection around renovated openings.
We establish a consistent reference so future readings can be compared if you monitor movement over months. This is useful when you’re deciding whether to act immediately or observe seasonal changes.
We link level variations to on-site observations such as door clearance issues, gaps at skirtings, or cracking locations (where visible). This helps you connect measurements to the practical problems you’re seeing.
We pay close attention to transitions between original sections and extensions, and around wet areas where past plumbing changes can affect moisture. These are common locations for differential movement in Balaclava homes.
You receive a straightforward report that summarises the key level variations and highlights areas that may warrant further investigation (e.g., subfloor inspection or engineering input). The aim is to make the data usable for next steps.
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Many Balaclava weatherboards have timber floors and subfloor supports that have been altered over decades, including partial re-stumping or bearer repairs. A digital survey measures how the floor changes across the home and can reveal patterns consistent with stump settlement, subfloor moisture impacts, or localised deflection. It won’t replace an engineer, but it gives clear evidence to guide the right next step.
The survey measures floor level variations and helps assess whether cracking lines up with movement patterns, but it doesn’t diagnose every cause of cracking. Some cracks come from plaster shrinkage, thermal changes, or poor previous repairs. If the mapped levels show significant differential change near the cracking, that’s a strong reason to investigate further with a subfloor inspection or structural engineering advice.
We measure accessible internal floor areas such as living rooms, hallways and bedrooms, and we focus on transitions where movement commonly shows up. Kitchens and bathrooms may be included depending on access and floor coverings. The aim is to gather enough points to identify slope direction and localised “dips” or “ridges”, not just to check one spot.
They can. Extensions can introduce different footing systems and change how loads transfer through the original structure, while open-plan renovations often involve removing or modifying walls that previously provided support. A digital floor level map can show whether the extension and original areas are moving differently, or whether a localised zone aligns with a modified opening or beam line.
Use the report to show contractors where the floor deviates and how the levels change across rooms, so quotes are based on measured conditions rather than assumptions. If the pattern suggests isolated support issues, you may be able to target repairs rather than undertaking broad works. If levels indicate widespread movement, the data supports engaging an engineer to design the correct solution.
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