Niddrie’s mix of older weatherboards, post-war brick homes and renovated extensions can hide gradual floor movement—digital level mapping helps confirm what’s settled versus what needs action.
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We take a structured series of measurements across living areas, bedrooms, hallways and other accessible spaces to create a clear map of floor level variation. This matters because movement patterns (gradual slope versus sudden step) help pinpoint whether you’re dealing with broad settlement or a localised issue.
We focus on level changes at doorways, between original rooms and extensions, and at noticeable transition points. These are common spots where differential movement shows up first, and the data helps confirm whether a step is cosmetic, construction-related, or consistent with ongoing movement.
The survey highlights the highest and lowest measured points and how levels change between them. Knowing the ‘peak-to-trough’ difference supports informed decisions about rectification options such as levelling works, subfloor adjustments, or targeted repairs.
We interpret whether slopes run in one consistent direction (often settlement-related) or vary sharply between rooms (more suggestive of local subfloor issues). This matters for planning renovations, flooring installation, and understanding where structural advice may be needed.
Where accessible, we pay extra attention near bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and areas with heavier fit-outs. Changes here can be important to document because moisture and concentrated loads can contribute to local movement or floor ‘soft spots’ in some construction types.
You receive a detailed report that explains the readings, the pattern observed, and what it may indicate. Where results suggest further investigation, we outline the appropriate next step (for example, targeted subfloor inspection or referral to an engineer) rather than leaving you guessing.
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Often, yes—especially if you notice bouncy floors, a slope down a hallway, or doors that suddenly start sticking. Older timber floors can change with subfloor conditions, past restumping, or alterations. A Digital Floor Level Survey gives measured data across the floor plan, showing whether the variation is gradual and consistent or concentrated in one zone that may need targeted investigation.
Your report documents the areas tested, the measured level differences, and the overall pattern across the home. It highlights where levels transition sharply (such as at doorways) versus where they change gradually. We also provide practical commentary on what the pattern may indicate and what next steps make sense if the readings suggest active movement or a localised floor support issue.
Yes. Cracks can be cosmetic, renovation-related, or linked to movement, and it’s hard to judge without measurements. A Digital Floor Level Survey doesn’t just note that a floor feels uneven—it quantifies the change and maps where it occurs. When combined with what you’re observing (cracks, sticking doors, gaps), it helps build a clearer picture of what’s likely happening.
Many Niddrie properties have been updated over time, and level changes often appear where an original footprint meets a newer extension or reconfigured living area. Different construction methods, varying support systems, or separate stages of settlement can create a subtle step or slope. A Digital Floor Level Survey targets these junctions with precise readings so you can understand whether the transition is stable or indicative of differential movement.
No. A Digital Floor Level Survey measures and maps floor levels with precision and interprets the movement pattern, but it isn’t a structural engineering certification. If the results indicate significant or progressive movement, we’ll recommend the appropriate next step, which may include an engineer’s advice. Many clients use the survey first to decide whether engineering input is warranted and where to focus it.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections delivers precise floor level mapping and a clear, practical report that helps Niddrie buyers and owners act on real measurements—call 0413 163 187.