FAQ
How do I know if my house needs restumping?
Common signs of your property needs restumping are:
- Sloping floors
- Bouncy floors
- Cracks in plaster
- Doors and windows are sticking or not operating accordingly
- Wooden stumps are showing signs of rotting or have decayed
Do I need to get a permit for restumping works?
Restumping of a dwelling requires a Building Permit. We will liaise with Building Surveyors and Inspectors so you don’t have to stress about it.
How long does it take to restump a house?
Each job is different, so it is difficult to state a specific time but the average weatherboard house usually takes about 4-7 days.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes! We provide a 10 year guarantee on all our work and materials.
Do you have insurance?
Yes, Empire Foundations & Construction Pty Ltd. has all the relevant building insurances required so you can rest easy.
How will the floorboards be affected?
As per AS 3600, a minimum clearance of 400mm is required underneath the subfloor for ventilation, except for the last 2 metres around the perimeter, where it can slope up to 150mm minimum clearance.
If this is not the case with your dwelling we will do our best to excavate as much as we can to gain access from underneath the property, however, this cannot always be achieved. If access can only be gained via cutting of the floorboards, we will discuss with you on the process that needs to be undertaken to achieve access.
What damage will occur as a result of restumping?
Restumping/Reblocking or Releveling may result in some internal cracking of plasterwork of the walls and floors as the foundations are settling into the natural soil. The level of cracking will depend on the type of plaster and the extent of the works being done. In most cases however these cracks are easily repairable using filler and a coat of paint.