The first step in any reblocking project is assessing the condition beneath the house. Some homes have only isolated stump failure, while others show widespread deterioration across the entire foundation system. Factors such as soil conditions, drainage, previous renovations and the age of the property all influence the recommended approach. During reblocking, the home is carefully supported using specialised lifting equipment before the old stumps are removed and replaced with new timber, concrete or steel stumps where appropriate. Once installed, the house can often be carefully re-levelled to improve floor alignment and reduce stress throughout the structure. Homeowners in Ringwood, Box Hill, Bentleigh and Dandenong also commonly combine reblocking with subfloor repairs where damaged bearers or joists are identified during the inspection.