We managed the remediation of defective and non-compliant roof and façade capping across Levels 3 and 4 of a residential building in Fairfield, resolving ongoing water ingress and restoring compliance.
The project required structured investigation, remedial design coordination, and staged replacement works to correct installation defects and ensure long-term weather protection.
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 existing capping had been installed incorrectly during original construction, resulting in water ingress and non-compliance issues across upper levels of the building.
The remediation required correction of poor workmanship while maintaining resident access and ensuring works were delivered safely and compliantly.
| Challenge | Challenge Description | Our Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Builder Non-Compliance | Original capping installation did not meet compliance standards and contributed to water ingress. | We conducted a detailed investigation and implemented a compliant rectification strategy addressing underlying installation defects. |
| Resident Impact | Scheduled works efficiently to maintain impacted residence access. Works affected upper-level balconies and required crane access. | Carefully staged works and coordinated access to minimise disruption to impacted residents. |
| Ensuring Durability | Needed to ensure durable, compliant capping installation. | Installed premium capping systems with compliant detailing, securing plumbing certification and warranty documentation. |
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