Client: Owners Corporation
Sector: Class 2 Residential Construction
Location: Sydney CBD, Sydney
Project Value: $250,000
Background: The swimming pool was causing leaks into apartments below creating inhabitable conditions prompting urgent repairs to restore the space for summer community activities.
Water ingress, once detected, should never be underestimated, as it has the potential to escalate into a much larger and more expensive problem.
Mould Infestation Health Risk
Compromised Structural Integrity
Increased Financial Repair Costs
Adhering to Australian Standards for waterproofing repair was non-negotiable.
We approached the task with a commitment to quality, ensuring that every aspect of the repair work met these rigorous standards.
To provide the Owners with peace of mind and underscore our confidence in our work, we offered a substantial 10-year guarantee.
Adherance to Australian Standards 3740: Waterproofing of Wet Areas
Adherance to ACRA: Guide to Concrete Repair
Workmanship and Materials Guarantee
Site establishment in two weeks
Project completed in just 10 weeks
Prioritised safety throughout repair process
Time was of the essence.
The deteriorating state of his pool required immediate attention.
Our team, embarked on the project with the goal of delivering swift results without compromising safety.
Surface Preparation
Waterproof Installation
Tiling & Finishing
Our construction methodology followed strict adherence to a comprehensive remedial waterproofing specification and scope of works.
During the course of the project, our superintendent conducted regular quality assessments to verify the effectiveness of the waterproofing measures, ensuring that the application was compliant and leak-free.
Remove Unsound Materials:Strip away all pre-existing render and concrete to ensure a sound, stable substrate for application.
Screeding & Rendering:Apply a screed mixture to the floors and rendering to walls and vertical surfaces to provide a smooth surface.
Quality Checks: After each step, perform quality checks. Address any imperfections or irregularities before proceeding to waterproofing installation.
Detail Membrane Work:Address all cracks, joints and transitions with polyurethane sealant with reinforcement fabric to prevent future breaches in these vulnerable areas.
Primer & Membrane Application:Apply primer and membrane with a wool nap roller ensuring even coverage and adequate thickness. Overlap seams by Ardex's recommendation.
Quality Assurance Tests:Perform comprehensive water flood testing and electronic leak detection to verify the integrity of the membrane. Address any imperfections immediately.
Layout Planning: Measure and plan the tile layout, taking into account tile size, pattern, and joint alignment, to optimize aesthetic and functional outcomes.
Tile Application:Start laying tiles from the predetermined starting point. Regularly check the level and alignment of tiles, adjusting before proceeding to next set.
Finishing Touches:Apply caulk at corners and edges where tiles meet other materials or fixtures to ensure a watertight seal. Install any trims to protect tile edges to create a clean transition to adjacent surfaces.
Compliance: AS3740: Waterproofing to Wet Areas
Structural Integrity: Extended lifespan
Reduced Premiums: Reduced Insurance Risk
Peace of Mind: Workmanship Guarantee
Remedial Waterproofing Repair is a skill. Like every other skill, there are amateurs then there are the professionals. The results you achieve depend on the team you choose and the culture they have.
Our team are experts in their craft, they know the difference between a good and great product, they are the first to identify intricate details, utilise new technologies and strategies whenever they appear.
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