Soil Stabilisation Melbourne

Before any structure is built, a geotechnical assessment of the soil type and composition is undertaken to detect any obvious concerns and categorise the site. From this a design can be proposed that takes into account the prevailing ground conditions and expected characteristics. Unfortunately the accuracy is limited to the number of sample locations tested, the subsequent preparation and on-going maintenance of the developed site.

Introduced soils used to build up a site require careful compaction and composition control to ensure adequate performance. Failure to properly monitor these requirements during placement can lead to soil consolidation. Disturbances to the site during construction, including excavations and installation of buried services, may impact ground stability in the vicinity of critical foundation elements, causing instability over time.

Climate variation and cycles of wetting and drying can cause reactive clay soils to lose strength, especially in the presence of trees. Management of drainage and monitoring of plumbing are also necessary to avoid water accumulation or discharge that could compromise the performance of foundation zone soils. Failure to appreciate these influential factors can cause unwanted differential movement.

Clay soils vary their volume based on moisture levels and excessive water uptake causes a total loss of strength while sandy soils, with their lack of cohesion, are susceptible to disturbance and volume loss due to water flow induced particle mobilisation.

Structures experiencing inconsistent performance and unwanted movement as a result of ground instability have few options to improve their behaviour. Rebuilding or retrospective re-designs are prohibitive, so the most practicable solution is to address the underlying issue of the soil itself.

Imagine this: your building, standing strong against the test of time—not just years, but decades. Soil stabilisation isn’t just an option; it’s an essential defense against the ticking time bomb of structural damage. At Rectify, we don’t just prevent failures; we fortify futures. Using advanced chemical underpinning, we target the unseen threats lurking below your property, transforming unstable ground into a bedrock of stability.

Don’t wait for the cracks to show or the walls to lean. Act now, and lock in peace of mind with a foundation that’s as solid as granite. Investing in soil stabilisation today means dodging the financial wrecking ball tomorrow. Trust Rectify to not only protect your property but to boost its endurance and value beyond your expectations.

What if the secret to ramping up your property’s market allure was hiding right under your feet? At Rectify, we tap into this potential with sophisticated soil management techniques. Our expert chemical underpinning isn't just a fix—it's an enhancement that brings out the best in your property’s foundation. This isn’t just soil stabilisation; it’s a strategic upgrade to make your property a standout candidate in any market scenario.

Make a smart move with Rectify. While we don't claim to spin straw into gold, enhancing your foundation’s stability can be a smart play in making your property more appealing to discerning eyes. Invest in our soil stabilisation services and let your home’s true stability shine through, potentially catching the eye of the right buyer.

A variety of factors contribute to the underlying issues that lead to sinking house floors and slabs, leaning or cracked walls, jammed doors and more.

These issues often stem from changes in the ground beneath a property, leading to soil movement. The impact of these changes can vary significantly depending on the type of ground your property is built on, with certain conditions exacerbating the effects.

As the ground shifts, it can cause buildings to experience subsidence, where foundations or footings lose their support and sink into the weakened ground.

Here are a few of the common causes of house subsidence.