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Maribyrnong homes near the river flats, older weatherboards on stumps, and newer townhouses on slabs can all show different movement patterns—digital floor level readings help you separate minor settlement from a floor that needs attention.
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We take systematic measurements across lounges, bedrooms and hallways to identify high and low points. This matters because a consistent slope can suggest long-term settlement, while sharp changes over short distances can indicate localised support issues.
We measure at doorways, junctions between original sections and extensions, and changes in flooring type. These points often reveal differential movement where two parts of a building respond differently to ground conditions or footing systems.
Bathrooms, laundries and adjacent rooms are checked for level variation patterns that can align with long-term moisture exposure. This helps distinguish general site movement from issues that may be worsened by leaking plumbing or poor waterproofing maintenance.
For slab-on-ground homes and townhouses, we compare readings near external walls to interior areas. Edge movement is a common pattern when water concentrates around the building perimeter or when garden beds and paving trap moisture near footings.
In homes on stumps or with accessible subfloors, we interpret level patterns that can align with stump settlement, bearer/joist deflection, or areas of inadequate support. The goal is to flag where further subfloor assessment would be most valuable.
You receive a written summary of the measured variances and how the pattern presents across the home. We note areas that may warrant monitoring over time versus areas that justify prompt follow-up by a structural engineer or relevant trade.
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Yes. Homes closer to the Maribyrnong River and lower-lying areas can experience changing ground moisture and drainage impacts that may show up as uneven floors or recurring cracking. A Basic Digital Floor Level survey maps the highs and lows across accessible rooms so you can see whether the movement pattern is broad and gradual or concentrated in one zone, which helps guide the next step.
You’ll receive a report summarising where readings were taken, the measured variations across the accessible areas, and an interpretation of the overall pattern. We also outline practical recommendations such as monitoring timeframes, checking site drainage, or engaging a structural engineer where the readings suggest abnormal or localised movement. It’s designed to be easy to use in a buying decision or maintenance plan.
It can help connect the dots. Cracks can form for several reasons, but digital floor levels provide a measurable indicator of whether movement may be contributing. If areas with cracking also align with notable level changes, that’s a useful clue. If the floor is relatively consistent, cracks may be more related to material shrinkage, age, or localised issues, and we’ll recommend the most relevant follow-up.
Raised homes can develop uneven floors from stump settlement, bearer/joist deflection, or support changes over time. A Basic Digital Floor Level survey helps pinpoint where the floor is dropping or rising and whether the pattern matches a localised support issue (often sharper changes) or broader settlement. That information is useful before you commit to restumping, packing, or targeted subfloor repairs.
No. This service provides accurate measurements and an informed interpretation, but it is not a structural design or certification service. If the readings show significant or concerning patterns, or if there are major symptoms like pronounced cracking or structural distortion, the next step is usually a structural engineer. The advantage is you’ll be supplying the engineer with clear baseline data to work from.
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