Balcony & Podium Waterproofing Remediation – South Melbourne

We successfully managed the remediation of a failed waterproofing system across a large common podium area and four private apartment balconies in South Melbourne.

Our structured approach ensured correct defect diagnosis, a fully compliant re-waterproofing of both the podium and the balconies, and a long-term system protecting common property and private lots alike.

This podium and balcony waterproofing remediation project in South Melbourne, VIC involved working within strict council requirements, managing material access through an occupied building, and delivering a compliant waterproofing system backed by a 20-year warranty.

Podium & Balcony Waterproofing Remediation

South Melbourne, VIC

What We Managed

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.

TitleDescription

Leak Investigation

Worked alongside an engineer to carry out destructive investigations and identify the source of water ingress across the podium and balconies.

Project Coordination

Managed planning, remedial engineering design, scope of works, contractor tendering, and compliance from start to finish.

Waterproofing Remediation

Used a material hoist to move materials via the level 4 tennis court. Demolished the old screed and waterproofing, applied new screed with correct falls and a compliant waterproofing system, then installed a new pod and paver system for a clean finish.

Final Inspection

Verified the waterproofing through testing and on-site checks with the engineer and supplier, then obtained the reports and warranties to sign the works off.

The Challenge

The existing waterproofing system had failed across a large common podium and four private apartment balconies, allowing water ingress to continue and putting both common property and individual lots at risk.

Council requirements for the site were strict. Extensive time had to be allowed for checks and for maintaining pedestrian safety, which shaped the programme from the outset.

Access was the other constraint. Materials had to be moved through the level 4 tennis court on a hoist while residents kept using the building, so works had to be staged carefully around them.

Challenges & Solutions

Every project presents unique obstacles. Here’s how we tackled the key challenges on this remediation project.
ChallengeChallenge DescriptionOur Solution
Strict Council Requirements

Extensive checks and pedestrian safety measures required before and during works.

Allowed additional programme time and worked through each council requirement to keep approvals and safety compliance on track.

Access & Material Logistics

Materials had to be moved to and from a level 4 podium and tennis court area.

Used a material hoist to store and remove materials, keeping the site controlled and the building operational.

Occupied Residences

Works spanned common podium areas and four private apartment balconies.

Scheduled works efficiently to maintain resident access and minimise disruption throughout.

Long-Term Durability

Need to avoid a repeat of the original waterproofing failure.

Specified a premium waterproofing design and system, obtaining a 20-year warranty and engineer sign-off.

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