Box Hill North has plenty of older homes that have been extended, re-stumped or renovated over time, and small level changes can show up as bouncing floors, cracking cornices or sticky doors. A digital floor level survey helps separate harmless settlement from movement worth acting on.
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We take a grid of digital readings through main traffic zones to identify overall slope, localised dips, and high points. This matters because movement patterns often show up first along long runs like hallways and open-plan living spaces.
We measure both sides of visible junctions (for example where an older house meets a newer rear extension). Differences in footing types and construction age can create a step or hinge point, and the readings help confirm whether the change is structural or simply finishes.
Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens get additional measurements to assess whether fall patterns suggest moisture-related issues, subfloor deterioration, or slab edge movement. Wet areas are high-risk zones for hidden leaks that can accelerate settlement or floor distortion.
We take readings along external wall lines and near large openings to see whether movement is concentrated at the edges, corners or openings. This can help explain cracking at windows, separation at architraves, or racking signs in door frames.
Where the home has a raised floor, we note observable bounce, squeaks and support spacing indicators alongside level results. This helps differentiate structural movement from under-supported bearers/joists, packing issues, or localised subfloor maintenance needs.
Your report includes a level profile that highlights where variation is most pronounced, plus plain-English commentary on what the pattern typically suggests. We also outline realistic next steps such as monitoring points, drainage checks, plumbing leak testing, or engineering review where warranted.
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Renovations in Box Hill North often involve joining an older structure to a newer slab or reconfigured layout. That can create subtle steps, slopes or hinge points that are hard to judge by eye. A digital floor level survey measures the floor across multiple rooms so you can see whether changes are localised to the extension or indicate broader movement that may need further investigation.
You’ll receive a set of measured floor levels taken at key points, presented as an easy-to-read profile of highs and lows through the home. We explain where the variation is most significant and what the overall pattern suggests. The report also outlines sensible next actions, such as monitoring, checking drainage and plumbing, or engaging a structural engineer if the pattern warrants it.
It can’t diagnose every crack on its own, but it’s a strong piece of evidence. If the level readings show a consistent slope or a localised dip that matches cracking locations, the cracks are more likely linked to movement. If the floor levels are stable and consistent, cracking may be from shrinkage, age, or poor patching. We explain what fits your results.
Townhouses and units can benefit as well, especially where there are split levels, garages under living areas, or internal slab joints. In Box Hill North, newer builds may still show differential movement at slab edges, around large openings, or where drainage isn’t directing water away effectively. A digital survey helps confirm whether the floor variation is within a normal range or worth escalating.
A clear path through main rooms helps us take a complete set of readings. If possible, minimise clutter along walls and around doorways, and keep rugs or thick mats pulled back in key areas where you’ve noticed unevenness. We don’t need furniture removed, but access to hallways, living spaces, and the areas you’re most concerned about will improve the accuracy and usefulness of the survey.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections provides precise floor level mapping and straightforward reporting that helps you make confident decisions on Box Hill North properties. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange your survey.