Forest Hill homes often mix older brick veneer builds with newer renovations—small changes in floor level can signal subfloor settlement, moisture impacts, or reactive ground movement before cracks become obvious.
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We take digital measurements through key internal areas (such as entry, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms where accessible) to identify where the floor rises or falls. This matters because broad, consistent slopes can indicate foundation settlement, while sharp changes may point to localised subfloor or structural issues.
Readings are taken using a consistent approach so the results can be compared room-to-room and, if required, revisited later to monitor change. This is especially helpful in Forest Hill homes that have been renovated in stages, where movement can differ between the original footprint and the extension.
We locate the relative high point and low point areas and describe the direction of fall. Knowing the ‘set’ of the floor helps you understand whether the issue appears to be general movement, edge settlement, or a problem concentrated around a wet area, external wall, or a particular corner of the home.
We interpret the readings for patterns often associated with settlement, moisture changes, or subfloor support variation. While this is a basic survey (not an engineering design), the pattern analysis helps you decide whether the next step is drainage review, subfloor inspection, or structural engineering advice.
You receive a straightforward report that summarises the measurement method, key results, and areas of notable variation. We translate the numbers into practical meaning, so you can discuss them with a builder, engineer, or your conveyancer without getting lost in technical jargon.
Where visible and accessible, we note conditions that can influence floor levels, such as changes in external ground height, drainage direction, and signs of persistent dampness around the perimeter. These observations help connect the measured floor profile to plausible contributing factors.
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Yes. Many established Forest Hill homes are brick veneer with either timber or concrete floors, and small foundation or subfloor changes can show up as measurable falls long before major cracking appears. A Basic Digital Floor Level survey gives you a clear profile of the floor so you can identify broad settlement versus localised movement and decide whether you need a subfloor inspection, drainage review, or engineering advice.
This service focuses on accurate measurement and documenting the floor profile. We also comment on visible site factors that may relate to the readings, such as drainage direction, perimeter moisture indicators, and obvious changes to the building footprint. If the results suggest significant or complex movement, the next step is typically a targeted inspection (for example, subfloor access) or a structural engineer assessment to confirm cause and remediation.
We measure accessible internal floor areas that best represent the home’s overall floor profile, commonly including hallways, living areas, bedrooms and other reachable spaces. We take multiple readings to understand how the level changes across the footprint rather than relying on a single point. Areas obstructed by fixed furniture, heavy clutter, or limited access may reduce coverage, which we note in the report.
They can. Extensions may be built on different footings, slab depths, or subfloor systems compared with the original house, and the junction can reveal movement or differential settlement over time. A Basic Digital Floor Level survey helps map how the floor behaves across both sections, highlighting whether the variation is gradual, concentrated near the join, or isolated to a corner that may be affected by moisture or support changes.
Clear access makes a big difference. Where possible, move small items off the floor and provide clear walkways through hallways, living areas and bedrooms. If there are rugs, ask whether they can be lifted for measurement points. Ensure the inspector can access key rooms and that pets are secured. If you’re concerned about a specific area (for example, near a bathroom or an external wall), flag it so we can prioritise coverage there.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections provides precise digital floor level measurements with a clear report that helps Forest Hill buyers and owners act early on movement signs. Call 0485 857 077 to schedule.