by Stephen Waite | Nov 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
Here at SWConsult we frequently consult on structures suffering from leaks and cracks. This is often caused by poor Expansion Joints. Builders should understand that Expansion Joints effectively isolate different parts of the structure and the Expansion...
by Stephen Waite | Nov 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
We were engaged to provide professional advice on cracking beneath a load bearing column on a podium on a commercial building. After viewing of the structural drawings and structural analysis, we determined a transfer beam had been missed during construction. We...
by Stephen Waite | May 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
We were engaged after the Body Corporate became concerned that the Contractor they had engaged for balustrade replacement was not diligently carrying out the Works they had been contracted to do. After the Contractor threatened to pull off site we were able to...
by Stephen Waite | May 10, 2016 | Uncategorized
Builders Warranty Defects Liability Don’t be caught out and miss the deadline to get any defects rectified by the Builder. Body Corporates have responsibility to ensure that Owners are not faced with expensive remedial costs for defects that have been noticed...
by Stephen Waite | Feb 24, 2016 | Uncategorized
Example of concrete cancer beginning to undermine balcony and balcony rails. It is vital when apartment owners incorporate a Maintenance Schedule any works needed to treat concrete cancer are specified by an Engineer and carried out as soon as possible by a...
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