When concrete or structural elements deteriorate, the consequences extend far beyond appearance. Ignoring early warning signs puts building safety, maintenance costs, and long-term value at serious risk.
We don’t just repair concrete — we solve the root cause and strengthen the whole structure for the future.
A: Structural deterioration is usually caused by a mix of environmental exposure, poor detailing, or neglect:
• Carbonation and chloride attack leading to reinforcement corrosion.
• Water ingress through cracks, joints, or failed membranes.
• Thermal or structural movement stressing slabs and beams.
• Overloading or poor design detailing causing fatigue or cracking.
Lack of preventative maintenance, allowing small issues to become structural risks.Left untreated, this doesn’t just look bad — it threatens building safety and compliance.
A: Warning signs include:
• Cracks in slabs, beams, or columns (especially diagonal or stepped cracks).
• Concrete spalling — chunks breaking off with rust-stained reinforcement exposed.
• Sagging, deflection, or movement in slabs or beams.
• Water leakage through structural elements.
• Vibration or instability in stairs, balconies, or car parks.
These indicators suggest underlying deterioration that must be investigated before it escalates.
A: Structural repair is about restoring strength and durability, not just covering damage. It may include:
• Concrete patching and crack injection using engineered systems.
• Cathodic protection or anti-corrosion treatments for reinforcement.
• Jacketing or section rebuilds for heavily deteriorated elements.
• Structural strengthening using carbon fibre, steel plates, or additional reinforcement.
• Waterproofing systems to stop recurrence of water-driven damage.
The aim is to deliver engineered, certifiable repairs that reinstate design performance.
A: Timelines vary by scale and access:
• Localised patch repairs: 1–4 weeks.
• Car park slab or balcony structural works: 2–4 months.
• Large-scale structural remediation: staged over 6–12 months.
Atomic Projects sequences works to maintain building operations where possible (car parks, access routes, services).
A: Costs depend on severity, location, and access:
• Minor spalling and crack injection may cost tens of thousands.
• Structural slab strengthening or car park rebuilds can exceed $500k–$2m+.
We provide itemised scopes with engineered sign-off, ensuring committees and stakeholders have transparent budgets and no hidden blowouts.
A: Structural works can be disruptive — but we manage it carefully:
• Noise and vibration from jackhammers and saws.
• Temporary closures of car parks, balconies, or stairwells.
Access management for residents and services.To reduce stress, Atomic Projects delivers clear communication, staged scheduling, and daily reporting so stakeholders know exactly what’s happening.
A: Our structural works come with multi-layered assurance:
• Manufacturer warranties on repair mortars, coatings, and strengthening systems.
• Workmanship warranty ensuring installation integrity.
• Defects liability periods as standard.
• Full engineer certification and DBP compliance pack for legal defensibility.
This gives managers, owners, and insurers confidence that repairs are engineered to last.
Contact Us, Atomic Projects — Sydney’s structural repair specialists.
We deliver engineered, compliant, and certifiable repairs that restore safety, extend building life, and protect asset value.
📞 Call us: 0410 515 509 | ✉️ hello@atomicprojects.com.au