Box Hill’s mix of older timber floors, brick veneer homes and renovated extensions can hide subtle floor movement—digital level mapping helps spot unevenness before it becomes a costly structural issue.
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We take measured readings through accessible areas (e.g., living zones, hallways and bedrooms) to create a clear picture of how the floor varies across the home. This helps distinguish a single dip from a wider slope that may indicate movement.
Results are used to pinpoint the most pronounced rises and falls. Knowing where the extremes occur helps target further checks, such as subfloor supports, bearers/joists, or areas affected by moisture.
Where an older Box Hill home has been extended, we focus on readings through the transition zones. Level differences at these junctions can signal differential settlement, varying footing types, or mismatched floor framing.
We pay close attention to readings near bathrooms, laundries and kitchens where leaks can affect subfloor timbers or ground conditions. Unevenness concentrated near wet areas can be an early warning sign worth investigating promptly.
If furniture, floor coverings, or restricted access limits where readings can be taken, we record this clearly. That way you understand what was measured, what wasn’t, and how it may affect interpretation.
You receive a concise report explaining the pattern of floor variation and what it may suggest. Where appropriate, we recommend practical follow-ups such as a subfloor inspection, drainage review, or engineer input for significant anomalies.
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Many older Box Hill weatherboards sit on stumps with timber subfloors, and small changes in supports, moisture or ground conditions can show up as uneven floors. A Basic Digital Floor Level Survey measures the actual variation across rooms and hallways, helping you see whether the issue is localised (often easier to address) or part of a broader slope that may need deeper investigation.
We take readings across accessible internal floor areas such as living rooms, corridors and bedrooms, and we’ll include other spaces where practical. The goal is to capture a representative spread rather than a single spot measurement. If access is restricted by furniture, floor coverings, or tenant occupancy, we document what was achievable and explain how that may affect the results.
This service primarily measures and maps floor level variation. The pattern of results can suggest likely contributors—such as localised settlement, subfloor support issues, or moisture influence—but confirming the cause may require further inspection. If the readings indicate a concerning trend, we’ll recommend the most sensible next step, which could include a subfloor inspection, drainage assessment, or structural engineering advice.
Yes, they can be, especially where an original dwelling has been joined to a newer addition. Different footing types, changes to site drainage, or variations in framing can lead to level changes at the connection points. Digital floor level readings help show whether the transition is a small, stable step or part of a larger movement pattern that could affect finishes, door operation, and long-term maintenance planning.
Use the level map and summary to understand where the main variations sit and whether they align with visible symptoms like cracking, sticking doors, or bouncy floors. If results show significant or widespread variation, you can ask the agent for further information (previous repairs, drainage works, underpinning) and consider additional checks before committing. The measurements also support more informed negotiation and repair budgeting.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0485 857 077 for clear digital floor readings and a report that explains what the patterns mean for your Box Hill property.