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Load-Bearing Wall Alterations
Safe and compliant modification of structural walls to create new openings or reconfigure layouts, while maintaining or enhancing the building’s load-bearing capacity.

Load-bearing walls are critical to the structural stability of a building. Altering them — whether to create doorways, open-plan spaces, or integrate new services — requires precise engineering, temporary support systems, and strict compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant Australian Standards.

An incorrect approach can cause catastrophic failures, including structural collapse, cracking in adjacent elements, and compromised safety for occupants. Atomic Projects delivers these alterations with the same rigour as a Tier 1 builder, scaled to suit remedial, renovation, and upgrade projects.



Our Process for Safe Wall Alterations

  1. Engineering Assessment
    • Engage structural engineers to assess load paths, wall material, and the impact of removal.
    • Identify hidden elements such as reinforcement, embedded services, or post-tension cables.
  2. Temporary Propping & Load Transfer
    • Install heavy-duty steel or aluminium props (Acrow, Strongboy, or needle beam systems) to transfer loads safely during works.
    • Monitor movement with laser levels or crack gauges before, during, and after alterations.
  3. Controlled Demolition
    • Use low-vibration demolition methods to avoid shock loading.
    • Sequence removal to maintain stability and protect finishes in adjoining spaces.
  4. Structural Replacement
    • Fabricate and install lintels, Universal Beams (UBs), or Parallel Flange Channels (PFCs) as per engineering design.
    • Weld, bolt, or plate connections according to AS 4100 (Steel Structures) or AS 3700 (Masonry Structures).
  5. Finishing & Compliance
    • Fire-rate beams where required using intumescent coatings or cladding.
    • Patch, plaster, and paint for a seamless integration into the surrounding wall.
    • Provide as-built documentation and structural sign-off for certification.

Applications

  • Apartment Renovations – Creating open-plan kitchens or living spaces.
  • Commercial Retrofits – Widening doorways for accessibility upgrades.
  • Heritage Buildings – Introducing discreet alterations while preserving original character.
  • Industrial Conversions – Adapting walls for larger equipment or roller door installations.

Why Atomic Projects for Load-Bearing Alterations

  • Structural Engineering at the Core: Every alteration is engineered and certified.
  • Zero-Compromise Safety: No shortcuts on propping, sequencing, or inspection.
  • Remedial Expertise: We integrate alterations into existing structures without causing new defects.

A load-bearing wall alteration is not “just knocking out a wall.” It’s an operation that demands engineering precision, site discipline, and quality assurance at every stage — and when done right, it can completely transform the functionality and value of a building.

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— Ben Tran, General Manager, Atomic Projects

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