Preston homes often mix older raised floors and newer slab extensions, so small changes in level can show up as sticking doors, cracked plaster or uneven boards. A digital floor level survey pinpoints where movement is happening before you commit to repairs or renovations.
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We take digital measurements through key rooms to identify overall slope and isolated drops or rises. This matters because a whole-house fall often points to broad settlement, while localised dips can indicate issues like stump movement, subfloor support changes, or slab edge variation.
We focus on the join lines where older timber floors meet newer slab or renovated areas. These points commonly reveal differential movement, and the measurements help you decide whether the issue is cosmetic (minor lip) or structural enough to warrant engineering input.
Your results are recorded so you can see the worst-affected locations, not just a single reading. Knowing the exact ‘where’ helps tradies quote accurately and prevents unnecessary levelling or patching in areas that aren’t contributing to the issue.
We measure along typical complaint lines—hallways and door thresholds—where unevenness becomes obvious in daily use. This helps explain sticking doors, gaps at skirting, or floorboard bounce by tying symptoms to measured level changes.
Alongside the numbers, we note on-site observations that can influence levels, such as visible subfloor access limitations, moisture signs around external walls, or abrupt changes near wet areas. This context supports smarter follow-up decisions rather than guessing.
You receive a concise summary of measured variations and what they may indicate for the building type. The report is written so you can discuss it with your builder, re-stumper, or engineer and prioritise next steps with confidence.
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Yes. Many Preston houses have timber floors, and small changes in support can create noticeable slope, springiness, or cracking at corners. A Basic Digital Floor Level Survey measures the variation across rooms and along hallways so you can see whether the issue is localised (for example, one area dropping) or part of a broader movement pattern that needs further investigation.
A visual check can spot symptoms, but it can’t quantify how much the floor varies or where the highest and lowest points sit. The survey provides measured level differences so you can compare areas objectively, prioritise the worst sections, and discuss solutions with a builder or engineer using clear data rather than relying on subjective impressions.
We measure key accessible areas and the most relevant lines for understanding movement, such as main living spaces, hallways and transition points where level changes tend to show. The exact coverage depends on access, furnishings, and floor type. If there are specific problem spots you’re worried about, we’ll prioritise those during the Preston inspection.
Yes. The join between the original part of the home and a rear extension is one of the most valuable places to measure because different foundations and construction periods can move differently. We take targeted readings across the transition to identify lips, steps, or slope changes, and we note whether the pattern suggests minor settlement or something that should be assessed further.
Not automatically. Some older homes have long-standing slope that has stabilised, while other patterns can indicate active movement. The survey helps you understand the magnitude and distribution of the level changes. If results suggest abrupt drops, ongoing movement, or concerns around wet areas, we’ll recommend the most appropriate next step, such as structural advice.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for clear digital floor level measurements that help you make the right call on repairs, renovations, or a purchase in Preston. Call 0485 857 077.