Restumping in Sale & Wellington Shire
House Relevelling
in Sale
If your stumps are still sound but the floor has moved, relevelling can bring the house back to level without replacing a single stump.
When the Stumps Are Fine but the Floor Isn't
Houses move. Clay soils swell and shrink, stumps settle and timber dries out. Sometimes the result is a floor that is out of level even though the stumps underneath are in good condition.
Relevelling, often called "jack and pack", fixes this. The builder lifts each low point slightly with a hydraulic jack, then fits packers between the top of the stump and the bearer to hold the floor at the right height. On adjustable steel stumps, the stump itself can simply be wound up or down.
It is a much smaller job than restumping. Many homes that were restumped with concrete stumps years ago only ever need an occasional relevel as the ground moves with the seasons. Call 0483 929 969 to find out whether relevelling will work for your house.
The catch is that relevelling only works on sound stumps. Packing up a rotten timber stump just hides the problem for a while. That is why the builder's inspection matters: they will tell you honestly whether your house needs a relevel, a partial restump or a full restump.
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Tell us a little about your house. A registered local builder will call you to arrange a time.
Relevelling Across central Gippsland
We take enquiries from the older streets around Sale and Wurruk to Maffra, Stratford, Heyfield and out to the Ninety Mile Beach.
What Relevelling Involves
Measuring the Floor
The builder checks the floor levels across the house to find the high and low points and how far they are out.
Checking the Stumps
Every stump is checked. Any that are cracked, rotten or sinking are flagged, because those need replacing rather than packing.
Jacking and Packing
Low areas are lifted gradually and packed with durable packers. Lifting too far or too fast can crack plaster, so it is done carefully.
Final Check
The floor is checked again room by room. Doors that were sticking often start closing properly again once the floor is level.
What Does Relevelling Cost?
Relevelling usually costs a fraction of restumping. For a typical home where the stumps are sound, it is often a matter of a few thousand dollars rather than tens of thousands. The price depends on how many points need packing, how far out the floor is and how easy it is to get under the house.
If some stumps need replacing as well, the job becomes a partial restump. Use the cost estimator for a rough idea, or call 0483 929 969 for a free written quote.
Why Get It Done
Doors and Windows Work Again
Sticking doors, gappy windows and cupboard doors that swing open are often fixed by getting the floor back to level.
Less Strain on the House
An uneven floor puts stress on walls, frames and plaster. Relevelling takes that stress away before it causes more damage.
Cheaper Than Waiting
Catching movement early can save you from bigger repairs later.
A Clear Picture
Even if you don't go ahead straight away, an inspection tells you the real condition of your stumps.
Floors Out of Level?
A registered local builder will check whether relevelling will do the job. The quote is free.
Relevelling Questions
How often does a house need relevelling?
It varies. On stable ground it may be decades. On reactive clay, some homes benefit from a check every several years, particularly after very wet or very dry periods.
Will relevelling crack my plaster?
There is some risk, especially if the floor has been out of level for a long time. Careful, gradual lifting reduces it. Ask the builder how they manage this and whether patching is included.
Is relevelling the same as restumping?
No. Relevelling adjusts the height of existing stumps. Restumping replaces the stumps themselves.