Restumping and Foundation Repairs
Gawthorne Builders is a licensed builder (NSW Licence 375301C) in Tamworth, NSW, providing foundation repairs, restumping, foundation repair, concreting and underpinning across Tamworth and surrounding areas since 2002.
If you've noticed cracked walls, sticking doors, or uneven floors, an early assessment is the most cost-effective action you can take.
What Does Foundation Repair Involve?
Foundation repair with Gawthorne Builders starts with a free on-site assessment to diagnose the cause of movement. We identify the appropriate repair method, underpinning, restumping, or crack repair, carry out all structural works under NSW Builders Licence 375301C, and provide full builder sign-off and documentation on completion.
Warning Signs Your Tamworth Home Has a Foundation Problem
Tamworth and the broader New England region sit on reactive clay soils that expand when wet and shrink during dry periods. These seasonal moisture changes cause repeated movement in the ground beneath footings, making foundation problems a common issue for residential properties across the area.
Common Warning Signs to Watch For
- Diagonal wall cracks -- cracks running at 45 degrees from door and window corners indicate differential settlement in the footing.
- Sticking doors and windows -- frames racking out of square as the structure shifts underneath.
- Uneven or bouncy floors -- floors that slope, dip, or feel soft underfoot, particularly in older subfloor-construction homes.
- Gaps around window frames -- daylight or draughts visible between the frame and the surrounding masonry or cladding.
- Separation between walls and ceiling -- cracks or gaps running along the wall-ceiling junction, especially in corners.
If you've noticed any of the above -- even a single sign -- book a free on-site assessment now. Seasonal conditions in the New England region can worsen movement quickly, and early intervention is always the lower-cost outcome.
The Most Cost-Effective Step You Can Take Today
The free assessment costs nothing and gives you a clear picture of what's happening beneath your home, whether that means immediate repair, a monitored watch period, or a staged work plan that fits your situation.
Foundation Repair Services We Deliver in Tamworth
Gawthorne Builders carries out the full range of residential foundation and subfloor repair work in Tamworth and the surrounding region, from the initial assessment through to certified completion. Every job is managed and performed by our licensed team from start to finish.
Foundation Assessment
On-site inspection to identify the cause and extent of movement. Gawthorne Builders assesses soil conditions, footing type, and visible structural indicators to diagnose the problem before any works begin.
Underpinning
Strengthening or extending existing footings to reach more stable ground. Used where soil movement has caused differential settlement and the current footing depth is inadequate for the site conditions.
Restumping
Replacing deteriorated or sunken stumps under older subfloor-construction homes. Restumping re-levels the floor and removes the risk of further subsidence in timber-framed residential properties.
Crack Repairs
Structural crack repair to brickwork, masonry, and rendered walls following foundation stabilisation. Repairs are carried out after the underlying movement is resolved, not as a cosmetic cover before the cause is addressed.
Structural Stabilisation
Whole-of-structure stabilisation works where movement has affected multiple elements, walls, frames, and floor systems, requiring a coordinated repair approach managed by a licensed builder.
Restump Today!
Book a free on-site assessment with Gawthorne Builders before the next dry season compounds the movement further. The assessment is completely free, there is no obligation, and Tom Gawthorne visits your property in person to give you a straight answer.