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Micro Case Studies: What Proper Remedial Work Actually Looks Like
Four recent projects across waterproofing, concrete repair, facade remediation, and roofing. Each one scoped from investigation findings, delivered with full QA documentation, and backed by manufacturer warranties.
We don’t publish glossy hero shots or stock photography. What you’ll see below is a sample of recent work — stripped back to the details that matter to a strata committee: what was wrong, how we found it, what we did, and how it’s documented.
Each project followed the same process: investigation first, then scope, then delivery with full QA. If you’re comparing builders right now, these snapshots will show you what that process looks like in practice.
We don’t publish glossy hero shots or stock photography. What you’ll see below is a sample of recent work — stripped back to the details that matter to a strata committee: what was wrong, how we found it, what we did, and how it’s documented.
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THE CASE STUDIES
Real Projects. Real Documentation.
Building
22-lot residential, concrete podium over basement carpark
Problem
Persistent leaks into carpark from podium garden beds and tiled terrace. Previous patch repairs had failed within 12 months.
Investigation
Hose testing, moisture mapping, core samples to assess membrane condition. Engaged hydraulic engineer for drainage review.
Solution
Full membrane strip and re-waterproof using Wolfin GWSK torch-on system. New drainage cell installation, protection board, and retiling with falls correction.
Warranty
15-year manufacturer warranty registered with Wolfin. Full QA handover pack delivered to strata manager.
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Building
6-storey residential, exposed concrete balconies and carpark soffit
Problem
Concrete spalling on balcony soffits and edges, exposed reinforcement with active corrosion. Rust staining visible from street level.
Investigation
Delamination survey (hammer tap), carbonation depth testing, half-cell potential mapping, chloride sampling. Structural engineer engaged for load assessment.
Solution
Break out to sound concrete, treat reinforcement with Sika MonoTop anti-corrosion primer, patch repair with polymer-modified mortar. Protective anti-carbonation coating to all exposed surfaces.
Warranty
10-year product warranty via Sika. Engineer’s sign-off on structural adequacy. Full photo and test documentation in handover pack.
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Building
Heritage-listed 3-storey residential, exposed brick facade with decorative cornices and parapets
Problem
Brick spalling and water ingress at a heritage-listed facade. The deterioration was impacting internal units and needed to be addressed without altering the building's heritage character.
Investigation
Close-range rope access inspection, mortar joint sampling, moisture mapping behind face brick. Heritage consultant engaged to advise on compliant repair methodology.
Solution
Crack remediation, full brick repointing with heritage-matched mortar, and clear sealer application. No scaffold required — all works completed from rope access and elevated platform.
Warranty
Engineer signed off at first QA inspection. Heritage character preserved. Full photo documentation and compliance certificate provided to strata manager.
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ROOFING & CLADDING
Henrietta Street, Chippendale
Building
4-storey residential, flat metal roof with parapet walls and vertical cladding interfaces
Problem
Persistent roof leaks impacting top-floor units. Water was coming through the roof sheets and at wall interfaces — a common failure point that previous patchwork hadn't resolved.
Investigation
Infrared thermography scan, hose testing at wall-to-roof interfaces, removal of sample sheets to assess sarking and flashing condition underneath.
Solution
Full roof replacement — sheet removal, insulation, sarking, new standing seam cladding. Plus vertical wall cladding at the perimeter to eliminate the interface ingress path entirely.
Warranty
Zero owner complaints. Works staged around weather windows and completed on time. Manufacturer warranty on standing seam system. Full QA handover pack delivered.
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Building
4-storey residential, flat metal roof with parapet walls and vertical cladding interfaces
Problem
Persistent roof leaks impacting top-floor units. Water was coming through the roof sheets and at wall interfaces — a common failure point that previous patchwork hadn't resolved.
Investigation
Infrared thermography scan, hose testing at wall-to-roof interfaces, removal of sample sheets to assess sarking and flashing condition underneath.
Solution
Full roof replacement — sheet removal, insulation, sarking, new standing seam cladding. Plus vertical wall cladding at the perimeter to eliminate the interface ingress path entirely.
Warranty
Zero owner complaints. Works staged around weather windows and completed on time. Manufacturer warranty on standing seam system. Full QA handover pack delivered.
Henrietta Street, Chippendale
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Three contractors tried to patch this facade over five years. Atomic stripped it back and fixed the root cause. No leaks since handover.
— Strata Manager, Bondi Junction
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you carry out small or large projects?
Both. We've done targeted single-unit repairs and full-building remediation programs across multi-storey strata and commercial buildings. The process is the same regardless of size.
Do you have HBCF insurance?
Yes. We carry HBCF insurance for all applicable residential building work as required under NSW legislation.
Are you a registered building practitioner?
Yes. We're a Class 2 Design and Building Practitioner (DBP) registered under Licence 360636C.
Have you worked in the CBD or high-security sites?
Yes — we've delivered in Sydney CBD and across high-security commercial buildings, including managed access and after-hours staging.
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Can we share this with our committee?
Please do. Our case studies and closure packs are designed to be shared with strata committees, engineers, and strata managers as part of your evaluation process.
Will you work to our engineer's QA process?
Always. We align to the engineer's ITP and QA framework on every job. If one doesn't exist, we'll supply our own for review and approval.
What happens if variations come up during the job?
Every variation is quoted, documented, and approved in writing before work proceeds. No verbal approvals, no silent extras. That's the whole point.
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