Balcony leaks are one of the most common and expensive building defects. The challenge? Water doesn’t follow a straight line. What looks like a grout crack is often just the symptom, not the cause.

At Atomic Projects, leak investigation is a forensic exercise, not a guess. We apply structured methodology to uncover the true source of ingress.

Our Process:

• Visual & Historical Review
  • Document cracks, bubbling paint, staining, and previous repair attempts.
  • Collect building and maintenance history to build a working hypothesis.
• Controlled Water Testing
  • Isolate balcony zones and replicate rainfall using calibrated hose testing.
  • Sequentially test tile joints, thresholds, and outlets to track water entry.
• Diagnostic Technology
  • Use moisture meters to map penetration depth.
  • Apply infrared thermal imaging to locate hidden damp zones.
  • Deploy tracer dyes where necessary to follow exact water paths.
• Comprehensive Documentation
  • Produce diagrams, timestamped photographs, and readings.
  • Provide records that can support engineering reports, strata disputes, or insurance claims.
• Root Cause Analysis
  • Identify whether the leak stems from failed membranes, drainage issues, cracked slabs, or threshold defects.
  • Avoid “patch and pray” solutions by addressing the actual problem.

Why Leak Investigation is Essential:

• Clarity – You know exactly what’s wrong before committing to repairs.
• Confidence – Engineers and strata managers can design solutions with certainty.
• Cost Savings – Avoid wasted money on failed cosmetic fixes.

Without proper investigation, repairs are short-lived and disputes inevitable. With it, you break the cycle of bandaid solutions and move to once-and-done remediation.

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If you’re ready to get started, we're ready to help.

Take the next step and let’s build something that lasts.

📞 Call Us: 0410 515 509

✉️ Email Us: hello@atomicprojects.com.au

— Ben Tran, General Manager, Atomic Projects

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