Brisbane house raising and restumping necessitates that the contractor has sufficient hydraulic jacks and workmen familiar with working with the jacks so that the house is lifted properly without causing any damage. As a rule the number of jacks should be if not more at least equal to the number of stumps. Less number of jacks can result in severe damage to the house.
It is imperative that certain points need to be specifically stressed and made clear before signing the contract with the contractor such as - The type of stumps and pads that will be used for Brisbane house raising. The space between the stumps should be compliant to the building regulations. The floor must be brought back to the level with not more than 10 mm difference upon completion. The construction work should be adhered to the applicable building regulations. He should obtain the building permit. Floorboards and floor coverings should be put back by the contractor.
Once you receive the quotes, verify the contractor’s bona fides by asking for referrals and people they have worked with in recent time. Cross check the referrals for their levels of satisfaction. Make sure that you check the certifications and liability insurance.
You should monitor and supervise the work once it commences. Check for the re-leveling of the floors with a spirit or dumpy level. Check for – stumps are securely fixed to the bearers, proper positioning of the beneath the joining bearers, stumps are positioned at the center of the pads, and ant caps are provided at the junction of stumps and bearers.