We’ve all got that mate with a car he simply can’t let go of. Basically everything has been repaired on it, it’s got half a million clicks under its belt, and its ANCAP safety rating would be measured in decimal points.
And although he loves that car, the decision to replace it if you were in his boots would be made at lightning pace!
But with a building’s foundation, this question of whether to repair or replace is a bit trickier. Here, we let the experts at Techniblock explain:
Foundation cannot be replaced
Sadly, it’s a common misconception that a building’s foundation can be replaced. Foundation that holds an existing structure, like a home, can’t be replaced, and can only undergo extensive repairs and most commonly being strengthened with additional depth being added.
Foundation replacement is only possible when you’re starting from scratch on a home that’s to be demolished… so unless you want to knock down your lovely home, we suggest talking to the experts in foundation repair at Techniblock!
Can severely damaged foundation be repaired?
Yes. Thankfully, modern building methods allow us to repair many instances of severely damaged foundation. Using state-of-the-art equipment and methods, foundation repair experts like Techniblock use micropile underpins and traditional underpinning to successfully repair an old, cracked foundation.
When to repair a building’s foundation
There are several instances in which you should repair a building’s foundation. Here are some tell-tale signs that your foundation needs attention:
- Large stair-step cracks
We know that real estate agents like to describe these cracks as ‘adding a bit of character’ to any home. Great marketing tactic, but we’ve got to say that they’re downplaying a potentially serious structural issue! Large stair-step cracks are often a sign of foundation movement – something that Techniblock can assess during an inspection.
- Wonky floors
Wonky floors can be caused by a number of issues, and foundation movement is one of them. When foundation moves, it becomes unlevel, causing your floors to go wonky.
- Bowed walls
Bowed walls can also be a sign of foundation problems. Similar to wonky floors, bowed walls are often caused by foundation movement.
- Basement flooding
No homeowner wants to hear a mysterious sound coming from the basement only to find it’s flooding. Basement flooding might indicate cracks in your foundation which need sealing.
Why Techniblock is your first choice foundation repair team
Need high quality foundation repair? Techniblock is your #1 team of foundation specialists in Melbourne. With almost 40 years of experience in foundation repair, we’re one of Melbourne’s leading teams for all foundation issues. Our team prides itself on delivering long-lasting results on all types of building, having averaged 95% customer service satisfaction over the past 10 years. Get in touch with our friendly team to arrange an inspection and quote today.