Top-Notch House Subfloor Repair Services Melbourne

Squeaky or Creaky Floors

The first step in our process involves thoroughly inspecting your foundation issues. Our experienced structural engineers assess your property to determine the extent of damage and identify specific foundation problems. This stage is crucial as it helps us understand the soil conditions, the structural integrity of the existing foundation, and the overall foundation design. This assessment allows us to tailor our approach to meet your home's unique needs.

When a subfloor is compromised, you might feel a bounce or see visible sagging as you walk across certain areas. This can be due to weakened joists or damage to the subfloor material itself. Uneven floors are not just a tripping hazard but can signify deeper structural issues.

Noticeable Gaps Between Floors and Walls

If you start to see gaps forming between the floor and the base of your walls or between floorboards, it’s a clear sign that the subfloor may shift or deteriorate. These gaps can also lead to drafts, increased energy costs, and vermin issues.

Musty Smells or Mold

Moisture is a major enemy of wooden subfloors. If you detect a musty smell or see signs of mold or mildew in carpeted or wooden floor areas, moisture is likely affecting the subfloor. This can lead to rot, which compromises the integrity of the subfloor material.

Look for signs of water damage, insect infestations, or rot during any home renovation or repair that exposes the subfloor. These issues can all compromise the strength and stability of your subfloor, making immediate repairs essential.

Recognizing these signs early and addressing them with professional subfloor repair services from the Fort Knox Foundation can extend the life of your flooring and ensure the overall health of your home’s structure.

Laser Leveling Technology

Accuracy is paramount in subfloor repair, and our laser leveling technology ensures perfect alignment and evenness across your entire floor. This method allows us to precisely identify and correct any deviations in level that can cause uneven flooring, potential tripping hazards, or stress on building structures.

Digital Moisture Detection

Moisture is a major enemy of wooden subfloors, leading to mold, rot, and structural weakening. We use advanced digital moisture meters to pinpoint high-humidity areas prone to damage. By detecting these problems early, we can implement targeted solutions that prevent widespread moisture damage, ensuring the longevity of your subfloor materials.

High-Strength Polyurethane Resin Injection

Our polyurethane resin injection technique offers a non-invasive and highly effective solution for subfloors showing signs of subsidence or voids beneath the concrete slab. This method involves injecting a durable resin that expands to fill gaps, lifting and stabilizing the subfloor without requiring extensive excavation. It's fast, efficient, and provides a long-lasting fix to common subfloor issues.

Hybrid Underpinning Solutions

When extensive subfloor damage, we combine traditional underpinning with modern hybrid techniques. This includes using helical piers and concrete piling to reinforce and stabilize the foundation from beneath. These methods are tailored to address your property's specific soil conditions and load requirements, ensuring a robust foundation that resists shifting and settling.

Eco-Friendly Solutions

Sustainability is at the heart of our operations. We utilize green repair methods and materials that reduce the environmental impact of our repairs. This includes using recycled and sustainable materials that provide excellent durability and performance without compromising the ecological ethos of our Melbourne clients.

Custom Fabrication of Replacement Components

When it’s necessary to replace subfloor sections, we custom fabricate components to match the exact specifications of your existing structure. This ensures a seamless integration and maintains your floor system's aesthetic and functional integrity.