OPEN during COVID lockdown
In answer to the hundreds of phone calls over COVID - yes we are OPEN for business as usual business hours 8am to 5pm , Monday to Friday Good news on our NBN phone system, we finally got back our original phone number 9429 3377, but you can also use
We have a new Phone number 9117 8615
Telephone troubles with transfer to NBN has resulted in the need for a new phone number. Please ring 9117 8615 for the next couple of months and add this number to your contacts file. Our traditional number 9429 3377 will eventually be transferred and return as the main number. Both
Open for business Xmas and New year period
SEASONS GREATINGS We are open most days except the public holidays CLOSED: Thursday 24th December (Midday) Friday 25th December (Christmas Day) Monday 28th December (Boxing Day) Friday 1st January 2021 (New Years Day) Full staff levels return 11/1/21
Pool and Spa Barrier Compliance Certification in Vic
The Victorian Government is requiring Barrier Inspections of existing and new Swimming Pools and Spas by VBA registered building surveyors or inspectors. The condition of the barrier to comply to AS 1926. This law will come into effect on 1st November 2020, with a new Certificate of compliance required every
Understanding Bond Breakers
Much confusion and debate occurs over the use of Bond Breakers in the waterproofing process. The attached article is an attempt to clarify. COMMENT - Understanding Bond Breakers The principle of a bond-breaker system is to cater for building joint movement without breaching the waterproofing membrane. Architects and designers have
We are open during Stage 4 lock down
The Victorian Government has announced Stage 4 restrictions in its declaration of a State of Disaster. The over-arching principle being to reduce the movement of people and isolate the population. Business activities are closed unless the workplace is part of the permitted industries. Fortunately, Construction Industry is “Open (for on
Comment on Remedial Waterproofing
There are so many challenges with remedial waterproofing that rarely is there a standard solution. Finding the source of the problem can be very difficult! The keys to success are: Think before you act explore the situation past the first obvious issue review the product options to help with the
Victoria is moving towards Registration and Licensing of Waterproofing Tradespeople
The current Victorian Building Regulations 2018 require the contracted Registered Builder to supervise tradespeople's work and sign off the compliance of DTS (deemed-to-satisfy) Performance Requirements under the NCC 2019 (National Construction Code). Thus for trades like Waterproofing the only recognised compliance document is provided by the Registered Builder and accepted
Sika Cementitious Grouts and Repair Mortar Flyer
When looking for a suitable product for your job, the attached flyer highlights six of the most popular products with a simple description. Product brochures have the full specifications. https://www.conpro.com.au/product_items/sika-cement-based-compounds/?portfolioCats=61 REPAIR MORTARS and GROUTS Flyer - Nov 19
Condensation often occurs without Ventilation – TECHNICAL TIPS
Issues of structural water damage or mould, mildew and fungus problems often occur when the building has insufficient ventilation. The NCC covers the performance requirements under Volume Three, Part E1 Heating, Ventilation and Air-conditioning. Problems with ventilation often occur under roofing, walls and sub-floor construction. TECHNICAL TIPS - Condensation