Ongoing monitoring for cracks, movement, and settlement—so you know when to act (and when you don’t need to). We establish a baseline, set clear thresholds, take scheduled readings, and report trends in plain language.
Who We Serve
Owners, property managers, real-estate teams, and insurers who want objective readings, clear thresholds, and straightforward recommendations before committing to repairs.
Common Triggers
- New or widening cracks in walls, slabs, or foundations
- Seasonal movement you want to quantify before repairs
- Verification of performance after recent repairs
- Doors, windows, or floors that shift during the year
- Retaining wall movement or bowing basement walls
- Lender/insurer or reviewer asking for periodic readings
What You Get
- Baseline survey with photos and initial measurements
- Installed markers or gauges (as applicable) and a reading schedule
- Periodic reports summarizing changes in plain language
- Alert if readings exceed thresholds, with next-step guidance
- Recommendation for repair when needed
Why Schnitzhofer & Associates
- PE-led setup with pragmatic, easy-to-follow thresholds
- Objective data that de-dramatizes seasonal changes
- Seamless handoff to design/repair when (and only when) needed
FAQs
Frequency depends on the structure and goals; we’ll recommend a schedule after the assessment.
Monitoring helps separate normal movement from problems that require repair. We’ll advise after the assessment.
Generally not— we will likely schedule periodic site visits.
Yes—if readings cross thresholds, we can design a repair and coordinate permits and inspections.
Service Area
Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, the Shenandoah Valley, and neighboring regions.