Wall crack repairs Adelaide
Wall crack repairs Adelaide: we repair cracked walls inside and out, with making good included in the agreed work.
First we check whether the crack looks cosmetic or needs an engineer look.
Fixing the cause before patching the wall
Patching a crack over moving footings can just crack again.
If the footings need work, we discuss that before agreeing on crack repairs.
Cracks we repair
- Cracks in brick and stone walls
- Cracks in plaster inside
- Gaps at cornices
- Cracks around doors and windows
Guide price
Crack repairs
Quoted after a look
Guide only, inc GST. Your fixed written price comes after we take a look.
What affects the cost
Every home sits on different ground, so the price is worked out for yours.
- How many cracks, and where
- Wall type, brick, stone or plaster
- Access
- Whether the footings need work first
Here's how it goes
- Share a few crack photos, about 2 minutes.
- You'll hear from us within 30 minutes.
- Often, a quick photo check shows if it looks cosmetic or needs a closer look.
- An engineer if needed, then a clear price in writing.
- We book a time that suits your plans and get the work done.
More help with your next step
Questions homeowners ask
Is my crack serious?
Some cracks are cosmetic. Not every crack needs underpinning.
Start with the form. When we reply, we'll explain how to share photos. We'll tell you if it looks cosmetic or needs an engineer to take a look.
Photos can't tell us what the footings are doing. An engineer checks the structure.
Will the cracks close up after underpinning?
Underpinning deals with the footings. It isn't a promise that every crack will close on its own.
Any crack repairs or making good should be included in the work you agree to.
Do I need an engineer?
If the cracks point to footing movement, yes. An engineer checks the structure and designs the fix.
Industry reports note fault lines under parts of Adelaide, including around Burnside, Hope Valley, Clarendon and Crafers.
We look at your home rather than guessing the cause from its suburb.
We look after that as part of the job, so you deal with one team the whole way.
Why do so many Adelaide homes crack?
Adelaide's older inner, eastern and north-eastern suburbs sit on highly reactive clay.
In the eastern suburbs, it is known locally as Bay of Biscay soil. It shrinks a lot in dry spells and swells after heavy rain.
Many Adelaide homes are solid stone or brick on dwarf wall footings or raft slabs. Older homes are more affected.
How much does underpinning cost?
Price depends on how many piers, the soil, access, engineering and approvals.
See our guide prices, all inc GST. You get a fixed written price after we take a look.
Will my insurance cover it?
Every policy is different, so check with your insurer.
Our fixed written price sets out the work, which you can share with them.
Get a fast quote
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll be in touch within 30 minutes.
When we reply, we'll explain how to share photos of the cracks.