Underpinning Melbourne
Many newer brick homes feature strip concrete foundations on outer walls (and some interior walls). Sometimes these footings can subside or crack, causing damage to the house structure.
Underpinning refers to a process whereby new concrete pads are inserted under the existing strip concrete foundations to provide additional support and bring the wall or house back to its original levels.
Underpinning is used to strengthen your home’s footings and prevent damage to brick walls.
Master Reblockers Melbourne is the subfloor specialists in underpinning, with over 30 years experience in underpinning Melbourne homes. Our friendly underpinning specialists visit your home anywhere across Melbourne at a convenient time and offer a free inspection, recommendation, and quote.
Installing soil moisture probes to fully assess the conditions of your soils helps prevent movement due to moisture change.
How we underpin Melbourne homes
Structural engineering is vital in helping pave a stronger foundation for your home. We identify the problem areas with the aid of a structural engineer who determines how much damage has occurred to your home, and what the best solution is. Our expert team then set about solving the issue by adding extra support to the existing footings of your home through careful excavation and adding concrete pylons to support the existing structure.
In many cases, the results after underpinning are immediately apparent.
Signs you need underpinning
- Large Cracks in brickwork or plaster
- Large gaps around windows and door frames
- Out of level walls
- Uneven floors
- Cracks in concrete slabs
- Difficulty opening and closing doors and windows
