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Kew’s mix of heritage homes, renovated weatherboards and split-level builds can hide subtle floor movement until doors stick or cracks appear—digital floor level mapping pinpoints where the building is out of tolerance.
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We take a series of digital measurements across accessible rooms to quantify slope and variation. This matters because gradual fall can be hard to judge by eye, especially after renovations or new floor coverings.
Where accessible, we focus on doorways, hall connections and changes in construction zone (such as original front rooms to extended rear living). These junctions commonly reveal differential movement and are key areas for cracking and door misalignment.
We note concentrated high/low points that can indicate settlement around specific supports, moisture-related movement, or structural alterations. Localised changes often drive functional issues like bouncing floors or gaps at skirting.
We record whether the floor falls uniformly or changes direction through the home. Consistent slope can differ in implication from abrupt changes, which may point to isolated movement or altered support conditions.
Alongside the readings, we record visible indicators at measurement points—such as cracking, sticking doors, or uneven thresholds—so the numbers are tied to real-world symptoms you can verify during a walkthrough.
You receive a concise report summarising the measured variations and the likely significance of patterns observed. Where results warrant it, we outline when to consider further assessment by a structural engineer or additional inspection types.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Many older Kew homes have some natural slope, but a digital survey shows the extent and pattern of that slope. A gradual, consistent fall can be very different from a sharp change near a hallway, extension joint, or bathroom. The measurements help you understand whether you’re seeing normal ageing or signs consistent with differential movement that should be investigated further.
We measure accessible internal floor areas, typically focusing on main rooms, corridors, and key transitions such as doorways and the change from original rooms to rear additions. We also pay attention to spots where owners commonly report issues, like sticking doors or visible cracking. The exact coverage depends on access, floor finishes, and furniture placement on the day.
A Basic Digital Floor Level Survey documents the amount and distribution of floor level variation; it does not, by itself, confirm the exact cause. However, the pattern of readings can strongly suggest where movement may be occurring, such as around particular supports or across an extension junction. If the results indicate a concern, we’ll recommend the most sensible next step, which may include engineering advice.
They can. In Kew, it’s common to find an older front section paired with a newer rear living extension, sometimes built on different footing systems or at different times. Where two construction zones meet, the building can behave differently across that line, leading to a noticeable step or a change in slope. A digital floor level survey helps identify these changes early and document them clearly.
Use the readings as a factual basis to ask targeted questions: where movement appears concentrated, whether repairs have been attempted, and what warranties or invoices exist for structural work. If the survey indicates notable variation, you can request further investigation before finalising your offer, or factor likely remediation into your negotiation. It’s especially useful when cosmetic finishes hide underlying unevenness.
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