We save Melbourne homes from foundation failure with a calm, engineering-focused service that restores safety and value to your property; call Chris on 1300 970 930 or Email Chris for a free assessment.
We are structural preservation specialists with over 20 years’ experience. Our team inspects your house, diagnoses subsidence or soil movement, and recommends engineered solutions.
Our services include concrete underpinning, resin injection, screw piling and restumping. We explain each repair clearly, so you know the scope, timing and outcomes.
We prioritise safety, VBA-compliant certification and minimal disruption. You get honest assessments, fixed-price quotes and coordinated engineering reports to keep your property bank- and council-ready.
Key Takeaways
- We provide trusted underpinning for your property foundation with proven methods.
- Our experts restore long-term stability and high quality outcomes for your home.
- We offer resin injection, concrete underpinning and restumping as needed.
- VBA-compliant certification and fixed quotes make the repair process straightforward.
- Call 1300 970 930 or chris@underpinning-melbourne.com.au to book a site inspection.
Underpinning Boroondara: fast, certified foundation repairs
When foundations shift, we act quickly to assess and stabilise your property with clear, certified solutions.
Look for early signs in your home. Small wall cracks, uneven floors and gaps around doors or windows can signal subsidence.
Local signs of subsidence in Boroondara homes
Sticking doors, rippling cornices and visible gaps are common in affected houses.
These issues show that the soil or load has changed and your foundation needs attention.
What causes foundation problems here
Seasonal drought dries clay-rich soils and reduces bearing capacity. Nearby excavation for pools or basements also changes ground support.
Added loads from extensions or heavy renovations can make existing problems worse over time.
- Check walls for new cracks and floors for slope.
- Act quickly to prevent further damage and repair cost escalation.
- We attend promptly, provide temporary support if needed, and deliver certified repairs.
Call Chris: 1300 970 930 for a free site assessment or Email Chris with photos.
Use our cost calculator to get a quick sense of likely expenses before we visit.
Proven methods and services to stabilise your property foundation
We apply engineered solutions that suit each property’s soil, access and budget to restore lasting stability.
Concrete underpinning for long-term stability
Concrete work transfers loads onto stronger strata. We use either mass-pour or pile-and-beam techniques. Each method is designed with your engineer for a durable result.
Resin injection to compact weak ground
Geopolymer resin compacts loose soils and can raise settled areas. This can close cracks and relevel floors with minimal excavation and downtime.
Restumping, reblocking and screw piling
Restumping replaces rotten stumps with concrete or steel. Screw piles with brackets suit deeper support where access is tight.
Wall crack repairs and compliance
We repair visible cracks and compile structural engineering reports. You receive VBA-compliant certification and a clear, fixed-price quote.
- We match each method to soil type, access and budget.
- Our services include concrete, resin, screw piling, restumping and reblocking.
- Quality materials and proven techniques protect your property from further damage.
| Method | Best for | Disruption | Typical outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mass concrete | Shallow, widespread settlement | Moderate | Long-term load transfer |
| Pile-and-beam | Targeted heavy loads | Moderate | Concentrated support |
| Resin injection | Local voids, settled floors | Low | Rapid levelling |
| Screw piling / stumps | Reactive soils, limited access | Low–Moderate | Deep, reliable support |
Our experts coordinate with your engineer and deliver fixed quotes. Call Chris: 1300 970 930 or Email Chris: chris@underpinning-melbourne.com.au.
Our process: engineering-led, VBA-compliant and minimally disruptive
We start every job with engineer-led planning so work is precise, permitted and predictable. Our process focuses on safety, clear communication and fast, quality outcomes.
Assessment and reporting
We begin with a detailed site assessment and engage your structural engineer early. You receive honest recommendations, a clear scope, and risks explained in plain language.
Permits and setup
We manage council-compliant permits and schedule inspections on time. Our team marks jacking and pin locations to protect your structure during work and minimise disruption.
Execution and certification
Execution covers excavation, piles or concrete and controlled jacking as specified. Inspectors verify excavations and reinforcement before any concrete placement.
- Staged lifts, vibration during pours and neat reinstatement ensure consistent quality.
- Materials are selected to suit soil conditions and engineered loads.
- We minimise noise, dust and site access impacts while keeping the job safe.
Final step: You receive VBA-compliant certification and a final walkthrough to close the job confidently. For a site assessment and reliable services, contact our team or Call Chris: 1300 970 930 and Email Chris: chris@underpinning-melbourne.com.au.
Pricing, timing and what to expect from your underpinning job
Knowing expected costs and how long the work will take helps you plan with confidence.
What affects cost
Costs depend on your property size, soil behaviour and site access. The selected method and materials also change pricing.
Concrete, resin and screw piles each have different labour and material needs. Restumping with steel or concrete varies by the number of stumps.
How long the work takes
Project time ranges from quick resin injections to longer staged concrete underpinning. Resin jobs can finish in days.
Concrete work needs excavation, inspections and curing. Staged lifts extend the schedule. Restumping time depends on the number of stumps and access.
- Pricing drivers: property size, soil reactivity and access constraints.
- Materials matter: concrete, resin or steel affect cost and duration.
- Staged inspections and compliance are included in our services.
- We provide a fixed-price quote after site inspection and engineer input.
- We explain all types of scope so you can pick the best value solution.
Call Chris: 1300 970 930 or Email Chris: chris@underpinning-melbourne.com.au for a free, no‑obligation assessment and written quote for your foundation job.
Why choose Underpinning Melbourne for Boroondara foundations
Your home deserves certified, local experts who deliver stable, lasting foundation solutions.
20+ years’ experience, VBA Registered, fully insured and council-compliant
We bring over 20 years’ experience assessing and repairing foundation problems in Melbourne houses.
Our team is VBA Registered, fully insured and follows council-compliant methods to limit disruption.
Free no‑obligation assessment, fixed‑price quotes and engineering coordination
We offer a free, no‑obligation assessment and provide a clear fixed‑price quote in writing.
Our experts coordinate with structural engineers and inspectors for certified outcomes.
- Experience and reliability: years of local work on foundations and floors.
- Certified team: VBA Registered, insured and council-ready.
- Engineered repairs: mass concrete, pile-and-beam, screw piles or resin where suitable.
- We replace stumps with quality steel or concrete and restore long-term stability.
- Fixed quote, schedule and written warranty for every job.
Call Chris: 1300 970 930 or Email Chris: chris@underpinning-melbourne.com.au for immediate guidance and a free assessment.
Conclusion
We pair fast site inspections with engineered solutions to keep your structure safe and sound.
Our team protects your property with VBA‑compliant underpinning and timely foundation repairs. We assess subsidence, recommend resin or concrete and plan works that restore level to floors and close gaps in walls.
We replace failing stumps, offer restumping where needed, and coordinate engineers for a fixed quote and clear timeline. Send photos via our form or visit the restumping vs underpinning tool to learn more.
Call Chris: 1300 970 930 or Email Chris: chris@underpinning-melbourne.com.au to book a site inspection today.