We managed EPS cladding testing for a large townhouse estate on the Gold Coast, identifying the presence of combustible materials and providing clear compliance guidance to the Owners Corporation.
The project involved structured inspection, core sampling, accredited laboratory testing, and regulatory reporting to determine fire risk exposure and support insurance negotiations.
We successfully managed the remediation of a common podium courtyard as well as the nearby planter boxes causing water ingress into the below carpark basement. Our structured approach ensured proper diagnosis and long-term waterproofing solutions.
The project involved coordinating multiple stakeholders while keeping the common gym operational during works, requiring careful staging and access management.
Identified the source of water ingress and developed a targeted remediation plan.
Managed planning, remedial engineering design, scope of works, contractor tendering, and compliance from start to finish.
Removed large trees from planter boxes, removed old bitumen waterproofing, created proper falls, installed high-quality waterproofing to podium and planter boxes, and reinstated planter boxes with soil for landscaping.
Verified waterproofing effectiveness and completed defects checks.
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
Leak Investigation | Identified the source of water ingress and developed a targeted remediation plan. |
Project Coordination | Managed planning, remedial engineering design, scope of works, contractor tendering, and compliance from start to finish. |
Waterproofing & Repairs | Removed large trees from planter boxes, removed old bitumen waterproofing, created proper falls, installed high-quality waterproofing to podium and planter boxes, and reinstated planter boxes with soil for landscaping. |
Final Inspection | Verified waterproofing effectiveness and completed defects checks. |
The townhouse estate required confirmation of façade material compliance to satisfy evolving fire safety standards and insurer requirements.
Without clear, accredited testing and documentation, the Owners Corporation faced potential insurance cost increases and regulatory uncertainty.
| Challenge | Challenge Description | Our Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Compliance Uncertainty | Needed to confirm presence of combustible EPS cladding to meet regulatory standards. | Conducted structured façade inspections and core sampling with accredited laboratory testing. |
| Insurance Exposure | Insurers required documented material verification to assess risk profile. | Provided certified test results and technical reporting to support improved insurance positioning. |
| Resident Disruption | Testing required façade access across an occupied estate. | Coordinated site access and staged works to minimise disruption to residents. |
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