Why brickwork and render fail — and why it matters

Bricks and render are designed to protect your building — but once cracks appear or mortar joints start fretting, water finds its way in. Over time, this leads to movement, damp walls, spalling concrete behind the render, and even safety risks if sections become loose.

For owners and strata managers, failing façades also drag down the appearance of the building, spark complaints, and lower property value.

The solution: stabilise, repair, and protect

At Atomic Projects, we go beyond patch jobs. Our brickwork and render repairs address the structural issues behind the damage, restore finishes to match, and build in movement joints where needed to prevent future cracking. The result: a façade that looks neat, performs properly, and stays safe.

Our Brickwork & Render Repair Process

1. Investigation & Diagnosis

• Identify cracks, bowing walls, and render delamination.
• Assess mortar strength and brick condition.
• Engineer input for structural or tie-bar requirements.

2. Preparation & Access

• Scaffold/swing stage setup with protective mesh.
• Dust and noise controls with wet cutting and HEPA equipment.

3. Repairs & Stabilisation

• Crack stitching with stainless steel reinforcement.
• Repointing mortar joints with colour-matched mix.
• Brick replacement where damaged or spalled.
• Render removal and reinstatement to sound substrate.

4. Movement Joints & Sealants

• Install control joints to relieve stress.
• Apply high-performance sealants for watertight joints.

5. Finishes & QA

• Texture and colour blending for uniform appearance.
• Final inspection with engineer/strata rep.

Common brickwork & render problems we solve

• Cracked or loose render.
• Cracked, bowed, or spalled bricks.
• Fretting mortar and missing pointing.
• Water ingress through porous joints.
• Failed previous patch repairs.

Why Atomic Projects?

• Colour & texture matching: Repairs blend seamlessly with existing façades.
• Engineer integration: Tie-bars, stitching, and stabilisation handled correctly.
• Heritage experience: Sensitive works on older buildings and decorative façades.
• Long-term durability: Movement joints and sealants prevent repeat failures.

The outcome

A façade that’s stable, watertight, and visually clean. Residents feel safer, owners protect their investment, and the building regains pride of place.

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