Forensic and Remedial Engineering
Forensic engineering is the art of building defect investigation. We carefully observe and collect all the evidence surrounding defects, considering their age, type, shape, size, material and history. By comparing this with our extensive experience of similar defects we draw out causes and consequences, enabling effective repair strategies to be devised.
Recently-constructed buildings should undergo a full defects audit within the statutory time limit to ensure the builder corrects any identified defects (usually at no cost to the owners). We can help with such reports and any expert witness input if litigation is pursued.
From small dwellings to multi-storeys, we handle the complete project sequence of:
Defect identification and inspection
Reporting on causes and responsibilities
Preparation of technical repair specification
Calling of Tenders for the work
Supervision of work
Administration of contract
Certification of work
In particular, we offer:
§ Building Defects Reports including cracking in walls and flooring, waterproofing failure, concrete cancer, magnesite topping damage.
§ Structural Engineering Reports such as subsidence and settlement, property damage, collapse.
§ Dilapidation (Condition) Survey Reports: pre and post construction condition reports on properties adjoining developments.
§ Repair Specifications: preparation of design calculation, drawings and written specifications to repair/remediate/restore.
§ Tender Documents: including recommendation and preparation of contract documents, specification and tender documents.
§ Tender Review: Analysis of received tenders and recommendations to proceed.
§ Contract Administration: supervision of the work on site; approval of payments; advice and assistance to the client.
§ Certification: final sign off stating that the work has been correctly carried out and that all necessary warranties are in place for the specified contractual period.
We can provide a list of potential Tenderers with whom we have worked for many years and who share our professionalism and our passion for doing the job correctly and property, getting it right the first time!
We have absolutely no connection with any contractor or trade company and offer impartial and strictly ethical advice to all our clients.
A Sample of Some of our Previous Investigations
RESIDENTIAL
2 – 4 East Crescent Street, McMahons Point - tree damage, subsidence
14 Rangers Road, Neutral Bay b- inspection, report, tree damage
67 Yarranabbe Road, Darling Point - structural report on retaining wall
34 – 36 Woolcott Street, Waverton - investigation of membrane leaks
84 – 90 McLachlan Avenue, Rushcutters Bay - waterproofing defects, new membrane
14a Darling Point Road, Darling Point - report on roof leak
61 McLachlan Street, Rushcutters Bay - report on wall cracking, slab deflection
363 Edgecliff Road, Edgecliff - report on retaining wall
34 – 36 Sinclair Street, Wollstonecraft - repair of cracked retaining wall
29 – 33 Hayberry Street, Crows Nest – shrinkage, cracked slabs
251 Oberon Street, Coogee - magnesite repair, concrete cancer repair
7 Kirk Street, Chatswood - cracking in masonry, water leaks
187 Cleveland Street, Redfern - building report, supervision of repairs
1 Waratah Street, Concord - settlement, repair
2 – 4 Russell Street, Strathfield - settlement, repair
86 Beresford Road, Rose Bay - building report
206 Hasting Parade, North Bondi - wall cracks, settlement
1 Bennett Street, Neutral Bay - cracked balustrade, strengthening
113 – 126 Palmer Street, East Sydney - building report
‘Summit Apartments’ 569 – 581 George Street, Sydney - defective balustrades
11 – 15 Young Street, Paddington - roof
19 Epping Road, Double Bay - wall cracking, footing settlement
‘High Park Towers’ 14 Brown Street, Chatswood – full building diagnostic, investigation and report
530 New Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill – heritage listed façade & roof, investigation and report
‘Forum Apartments’ 3 Herbert Street, St Leonards - full building diagnostic, investigation and report
2 Collins Avenue, Rose Bay – rotting timber supports and water ingress to terrace investigation
‘Eco One’ 11 Grandstand Parade, Zetland – full building diagnostic, insurance claim, investigation and report
‘Eco Two’ Grandstand Parade, Zetland – investigation and report
75 & 65 Burlington Street, Crows Nest – dilapidation report
7 Rockwell Crescent, Potts Point – investigation and report, balcony water ingress
24 Rangers Road, Cremorne - investigation and report, magnesite, concrete cancer
27 Clarke Street West, Narrabeen – wall cracking and movement
267 Miller Street, North Sydney - investigation and report, waterproofing
20 – 28 Ricketty Street, Mascot - investigation and report, building movement and cracking
16 Milner Crescent, Wollstonecraft - investigation and report, concrete cancer
276 Pacific Highway, Artarmon - investigation and report, magnesite damage
15 Telopea Street, Wollstonecraft - investigation and report, balcony water ingress
17 – 23 Wallis Parade, North Bondi – wall cracking, water ingress
6 Buckhurst Avenue, Point Piper – building refurbishment and upgrading
36 Milson Road, Cremorne Point – retaining wall and roof rectification
37 – 39 Wentworth Street, Greenacre - investigation and report, fire damaged warehouse and office
‘The Boyt’ 92 Burlington Street, Crows Nest - investigation and report, full building diagnostic
3 Carlisle Street, Tamarama – concrete cancer
96 Ourimbah Road, Mosman - investigation and report
345 Darling Street, Balmain – dilapidation report
“Cahors” 117 Macleay Street, Potts Point – building structure analysis; wall removal protocol; cracked façade
“Deepdene” 110 Elizabeth Bay Road – precast wall jointing failure and water ingress
38 Parrawi Road, Mosman – water leaks
COMMERCIAL
69 Regent Street, Chippendale - dilapidation report, repair of defects
4 Holdsworth Avenue, Elizabeth Bay - new retaining wall
42 – 44 Margaret Street, Sydney - façade report
University of Technology, Sydney - investigation and report, waterproofing to planter beds
Parramatta Railway Station - investigation and report, concourse paving
St. Vincent’s Hospital, Paddington – investigation and report of heritage listed terraces
Wylie’s Baths, Coogee – investigation and report on concrete cancer and dilapidation of heritage structure
Holiday Inn, Potts Point - investigation and report of pre-cast façade and jointing failure
UTS, Ultimo - investigation and report, waterproofing and building rectification
Railway Central, 1 – 5 Railway Street, Chatswood - investigation and report, internal modification and fit-out