Browse Forums General Discussion 1 Dec 26, 2009 8:00 pm Hello, we have a weatherboard house in Belgrave Vic. The house is built on slope and we would like to excavate underneath to possibly build a basement, or at least gain more clearance. The house is approx 12m x 9.5m, and there is very little clearance underneath at the front. In one part, one of the bearers is resting on the ground. What we would like to do is excavate under the house, which will require a retaining wall at the front, and restump + replace the bearer resting on the ground. Due to the very low clearance, we realise it may require access through the floor, so we are prepared to pull the floorboards up if required / cheaper. I am wondering if anyone knows of some reputable companies in the Melbourne area who would be able to do this work. If anyone has done anything similar, would love to hear about it. Thanks Re: Restumping and Excavation 2Jan 04, 2010 9:31 pm What you are describing is a major renovation/construction project that will require significant engineering, not that it is overly difficult but you cannot afford to risk a handyman type or any old carpenter. You will need a building permit and a registered builder to complete the work or set it up as a Construction Managed project for you. You could Owner Build it but from my experience you would need someone to guide you through the process. We would be happy to help advise on where to get started if need be. Builders are people too.... Hmmm, I have checked your past posts and it seems that you are in NSW, not WA as I had thought. It pays to show your State in your avatar. Retaining wall regulations… 5 7862 No one can give you a meaningful answer without looking at your building contract, what happened on site and who designed your house You should get experienced building… 1 10213 Hi there, We’ve recently had plans approved to add a 1st storey addition to our existing house for a growing family in Sydney. With the current cost of building… 0 4298 |