What to Expect During a Remedial Building Project: A Step-by-Step Guide
Remedial building projects can feel daunting—especially when you’re dealing with water ingress, concrete spalling, or structural issues. At Engage Construction, we specialise in supporting strata managers, owners, and building consultants through these complex works with clarity and care.
If you're about to start a remedial project, here's what you can expect along the way:
1. Review of Engineering Scope
In most remedial projects, a structural engineer or building consultant has already inspected the issue and provided a scope of works or construction drawings. Our job starts by reviewing these documents to fully understand the design intent and confirm what’s required on site.
2. Detailed Quoting
We prepare a clear and detailed quote based on the scope provided. This includes material allowances, access considerations, site protection measures, and a projected timeline. If there are any inconsistencies or opportunities to improve constructability, we’ll raise them early.
3. Site Preparation & Access
Once the project is approved, we plan for resident communication, access arrangements, and set-up. For strata projects, this means coordinating with building management to issue notices and reduce disruption.
4. Safety & Site Protection
We implement site safety measures and protection protocols from the start—think scaffold, safety signage, dust screens, carpet protection, and temporary fencing. Keeping residents and workers safe is non-negotiable.
5. Remedial Works Begin
With everything in place, our team gets to work. Typical remedial works might include:
Crack repair and facade sealing
Waterproofing and membrane replacement
Concrete cancer treatment
Balcony rebuilds
Render and paint rectification
Internal repairs due to water damage
6. Progress Updates & Claims
We provide regular updates and issue progress claims aligned with the work schedule. Whether you’re an owner, strata manager or consultant, you’ll know where things stand—every step of the way.
7. Completion & Handover
At project close, we conduct a detailed clean, issue warranties and documentation, and walk the site with the client or consultant to confirm everything’s been completed to spec.
Why It Matters
When remedial work is done properly, it restores the integrity of your building, protects its value, and improves liveability for everyone. It’s not just about fixing a problem—it’s about future-proofing your asset.
Need a builder who understands the technical side and the tenant experience? Get in touch with Engage Construction.