Veron Building Consultants was engaged by the Body Corporate for Washington Apartments, a multi-unit residential development, to investigate reported building envelope defects and provide a coordinated remediation solution. The development had experienced ongoing issues associated with moisture ingress and deterioration of external elements, requiring a comprehensive assessment to determine the extent of defects and establish an appropriate remediation strategy.
The project involved progressing from initial investigation through to design, procurement, and delivery of remediation works within an occupied residential environment.
The engagement commenced with a detailed building condition and weathertightness investigation, including a visual assessment of the external envelope and targeted intrusive testing at high-risk locations such as balconies, cladding interfaces, joinery junctions, and roof-to-wall connections. Moisture readings and selective opening-up works were undertaken to assess the condition of underlying framing and confirm the extent of damage.
Findings were documented in a comprehensive report supported by photographic records and defect mapping, identifying failures in cladding systems, waterproofing elements, and junction detailing contributing to moisture ingress.
Based on these findings, Veron developed a remediation strategy tailored to the building, incorporating recladding, substrate repair, and improvements to waterproofing and drainage details. Architectural documentation was prepared to support building consent and clearly define the remediation scope.
Veron also provided quantity surveying services to establish project cost expectations and assisted with contractor procurement, including tender evaluation. During construction, Veron undertook project management and contract administration, overseeing programme, cost, and quality, and coordinating with residents to manage access and minimise disruption.
Veron’s integrated delivery approach enabled the Body Corporate to progress remediation works with a clear understanding of the identified issues, required scope, and associated costs.
The completed works addressed the underlying causes of moisture ingress and improved the performance and durability of the building envelope. The project was delivered in a structured and controlled manner, balancing technical requirements with the practical considerations of undertaking works within an occupied residential complex.
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