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Slab heave can be devastating and is too common in Victoria however it can be prevented through proper design, correct installation and by getting a qualified inspector to ensure that it is being installed in accordance with your contract documents, Australian Standards and the National Construction Code. We've written more about this topic here:

What is Slab Heave, How Do I Prevent It? - Architect Inspect Building Inspections Slab heave, or excessive cracking in your slab, walls and ceiling, occurs when the foundations move significantly. It can be extremely costly to rectify, costing tens of thousands or in rare cases, hundreds of thousands of dollars to fix. Causes include poor design or construction plus moisture ingr...

This morning’s inspection was of a 50 year old store room and laboratory which contained both rising and falling damp. The building suffered from a range of issues from poorly designed stormwater drainage through to inadequate ventilation and places where “bridging” had occurred allowing moisture to easily ingress through the walls. Our report put forward options for addressing these issues, from short term fixes through to longer term strategies.