If your house is more than 30-40 years old, then it’s likely that the original stumps are made of timber. Over time, these stumps can rot, which can cause serious problems for your home. Restumping is the process of replacing these old stumps with new ones, and it’s a job that should only be done … Read more
The cost of restumping a house in Bendigo is typically between $4,000 and $20,000. Projects where only a small number of stumps are being replaced, the price could be between $1,000 – $2,000. Restumping a larger home will cost closer to $15,000 – $20,000. If you think your house may need to be restumped, then … Read more
There are many reasons why underpinning may be necessary, including: – The building is settling or has already settled and is showing cracks in the walls or floors. – The soil around the building has been eroded or washed away, leaving the foundation unsupported. – The building has been extended and the existing foundation is … Read more
Restumping is the process of lifting a house off its stumps and replacing them. This is generally done when the stumps have rotted or become termite-infested. Underpinning, on the other hand, is the process of adding support to an existing foundation. The footing which supports the building is either concrete strip footings or a concrete … Read more