SLAB HEAVE
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RISING DAMP
Commercial & Residential
Completing over 8000 inspections annually, and with a reputation built on precision and expertise, Australian property owners always turn to us for leak detection services.
What is slab heave?
Slab heave is uneven movement of a house footing and slab.
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Slab heave is commonly caused by reactive clay soils below concrete slabs expanding when they absorb moisture. Soil saturation is usually caused by:
Excessive rainwater
Broken sewer or storm water pipes
Poor or no water management
Undetected burst pipes
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When reactive clay soils expand, they place upward pressure on the underside of a concrete slab causing different sections of the slab to rise and lifting the frame of the house.
Severe cracking in dry walls and trims, rendered surfaces and tiles
Windows and doors difficult to open or close
Stair-step cracks in bricks
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It’s very important to first identify the cause and severity of slab heave. Rectification is expensive and often fails.
However there are many new applications to rectify slab heave including:
New water management plan
Underpinning, chemical injection and resistance piers
What is water ingress?
When it comes to buildings, the term water ingress is used to describe the action of water infiltrating a property.
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Water ingress normally occurs due to some sort of defect in the building such as cracks in the render allowing water to penetrate the property and, unsurprisingly, can lead to a host of damp related problems if left to its own devices such as
Damp plasterwork
Increased heat loss
Damp musty smells
Frost damage to masonry
Wet rot & Dry rot
Unsightly water damage
Given the consequences of repeated water ingress, we recommend that if you identify problematic areas of water ingress in your property, contact our specialist to investigate the source of the water ingress. Prevent moisture ingress and penetrating damp causing any further damage to your home or business.
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There is a myriad of causes of water ingress. Listed below are four of the most common reasons:
Damaged Walls - Deterioration over time can result in brickwork, rendering, and mortar becoming porous and allowing water to ingress through the wall.
Leaking or defective drainage or plumbing - Defective, blocked, or cracked guttering and downpipes along with faulty internal plumbing.
Roof damage - Broken slates or tiles, flashing around the chimney, A/C, and drain vents may be faulty.
Ingress into the basement - If you have a basement, or if the external ground level has been raised and you have inadequate waterproofing, then you may find water ingressing into the building.
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The first step in dealing with water ingress is to locate and identify the source of the water ingress. It is essential that you address and fix the source before any consideration can take place to restore your property.
Often the cause of water ingress has DIY remedial options, or you can use the help of a tradesman. To help guide you a little better, we have outlined a list of steps you can take to help protect your property. DIY tips. Alternatively, you can always use our professional damp specialist for recommendations.
As one of the industry leaders, 1-300-FINDLEAK have unmatched experience and knowledge when it comes to identifying water ingress, diagnosing related damp problems to comprehensively solve your water ingress problems and related damp hazards.
Slab Heave - Water Ingress - Rising Damp
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At 1300 FINDLEAK, our commitment to building enduring relationships with our valued customers is at the core of our philosophy. With a decade of extensive experience in gas and water leak detection across both residential and commercial environments, our expertise stands unrivaled in the field. Our reputation is further solidified by being trusted by over 200 industry-leading plumbing companies, builders, real estate agents, councils, water suppliers, and property maintenance firms. Our proficiency extends to locating a diverse range of building leaks, whether they are internal or external, encompassing roof leaks, balcony leaks, shower leaks, underground leaks, mysterious or intermittent leaks, and burst pipes for gas and water.
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