Homes around The Range Croydon often sit on reactive clay soils and sloping blocks near the Dandenong Creek corridor—small foundation movement can show up as uneven floors, sticking doors, and cracking.
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We take systematic digital readings through main rooms and along common movement lines (hallways, open-plan transitions, and between wet areas and living spaces). This shows where level changes concentrate and helps identify whether the issue is localised or widespread.
We measure level differences at doorways, tile-to-timber changes, and extensions/renovation joins. These junctions often reveal differential movement between older sections and additions—useful for understanding risk in renovated The Range Croydon homes.
We record not just ‘out of level’ areas, but the direction the floor falls. A consistent fall can suggest broader foundation movement, while abrupt changes can point to subfloor defects such as stump settlement or bearer sag.
Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens are measured carefully because leaks and poor drainage can soften supporting soils. Floor level changes in these zones can be an early indicator to investigate plumbing, waterproofing failures, or subfloor moisture.
Where visible, we note site influences that often relate to movement—downpipe discharge points, surface drainage fall, and areas where water may pond. This helps you connect the level readings to practical causes that can be rectified.
You receive a structured report that summarises notable level variations and what they may indicate. We outline sensible next steps, such as monitoring timeframes, engaging a structural engineer, or arranging further subfloor or drainage investigation.
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Yes. Sloping sites can mask movement because the house may already feel ‘not level’ by design. A Basic Digital Floor Level Survey maps the internal floor plane so you can see whether the fall is consistent or whether there are distinct drops that suggest settlement, stump movement, or changes between original areas and additions. It’s especially helpful before buying or planning renovations.
Consider a survey if you notice doors that stick, new or widening cracks around cornices and windows, bouncy floors, or tiles that have lifted or cracked. In The Range Croydon, moisture changes around footings can contribute to movement, so symptoms can appear after wet winters or dry spells. The survey provides measurements to support your decision, not just visual impressions.
It provides strong indicators, but it’s not a structural certification. The readings show where the floor changes height and whether the pattern looks like broad foundation movement or a localised support issue. For stump homes, a sharp drop may suggest settlement or bearer sag; for slabs, a consistent tilt can indicate movement. If results warrant it, we’ll recommend the appropriate next inspection or engineering advice.
They can be. Different construction periods often mean different footing types, subfloor heights, or compaction standards, and movement may not occur evenly across old and new sections. A Basic Digital Floor Level Survey focuses on thresholds, hallways and transition points to highlight differential movement. This helps you assess whether an extension join is performing normally or needs further investigation.
Clear access to main rooms, hallways, and door thresholds where possible. If heavy furniture blocks key areas, shifting it slightly can improve measurement coverage. Let us know about any recent renovations, drainage work, or recurring issues like sticking doors, as this helps interpret readings. If you have previous repair invoices or reports, having them on hand can also be useful for context.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections measures and reports floor level variations clearly, helping you act early on movement patterns common to sloping blocks and reactive soils in The Range Croydon. Call 0485 857 077 to organise your inspection.