Brick Wall Crack Repair in Melbourne and Hobart

Cracking brick walls are commonplace in Melbourne and Hobart homes. It’s a natural phenomenon caused by the temperamental Melbourne and Hobart weather elements which degrade brick walls and mortar over time.

This is why it’s important to have your new home inspected by a professional building inspector. They can provide you with a comprehensive assessment of the cracks and recommend the best repair options. It is essential to know whether wall cracks are serious and require structural repairs or just a bit of filler and a fresh coat of paint.

The severity of brick wall cracks depends on the location, direction and extent of the cracks as well as a number of other factors. Widening of the cracks over a short period is usually indicative of a more serious problem. Cracks that are elongated vertically can also be a significant problem and indicate serious foundation movement.

Major vertical cracks on the exterior of a house may indicate foundation problems and should be inspected immediately. It can be a sign of subsidence or a drop in the ground level which could be very dangerous and expensive to correct.

In some cases, the dismantling and rebuilding of a brick house may be necessary to correct a severe structural problem. This is usually only recommended by a structural engineer after a thorough inspection and soil testing of the site has been undertaken.

Even if you have had your home built recently, the settling of the soil can cause walls to crack. This is because some soils are more reactive than others. Generally, the more reactive the soil is, the higher the potential for settlement of a home on that site.

The most common type of brick wall crack is a splay or ‘teardrop’ type. This type of crack is often a result of the lateral pressures of the earth pushing out on the brick walls. If the splay crack is quite large or is accompanied by a bulging of the bricks it is likely that there is a serious problem with the foundation of your home and further action will be required to stabilise the building.

Another reason for splay cracking of a brick wall is the presence of tree roots. The root structures of trees are invasive and can cause damage to the wall and brickwork of your house. Removal of large trees can also contribute to brick wall cracking by removing water from the soil which causes changes in moisture levels and a potential settling of the ground.

If you are experiencing splay or teardrop wall cracks it is a good idea to contact a professional company that specialises in Wall Crack Repair Melbourne as soon as possible to minimise the damage and reduce costs. Crack Stitching is a fast and effective method of repairing these types of cracks in brick walls. This involves clearing the old cracked and degraded mortar, cleaning the crack area, inserting special masonry metal rods between the brick lines for extra support and then filling in with new mortar.

Precise Restumping & Underpinning successfully maintains a reputation for delivering quality, reliable and sound services to clients all over New South Wales, with a licensed builder that personally oversee all work.