Insights
Facade insights for OCs, strata managers and FMs.
Practical guidance on what to look for, what to ask, and what the regulatory framework actually requires.
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13 October 2026
Balcony leaks and balustrade defects: what to check
Balconies combine waterproofing, drainage, concrete and safety barriers. The defects owners corporations should watch for, and when to act.
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13 October 2026
Concrete cancer on apartment buildings: an OC guide
Spalling concrete is a safety risk, not a cosmetic one. What causes concrete cancer, how to spot it early, and why the repair method matters.
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13 October 2026
Facade sealant failure: when the joints need replacing
Sealant joints are the facade's weakest, cheapest and most neglected line of defence. The signs of failure, why it happens, and how replacement is planned.
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13 October 2026
Leaking apartment windows: how to find the real source
Water inside an apartment rarely comes in where it shows up. How leaks travel, the usual entry points on Melbourne buildings, and how the source is proven.
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30 May 2026
How often does a Victorian building need a facade inspection?
There is no single statutory cycle for facade inspections in Victoria. What determines the right interval — age, system, exposure and risk profile.
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29 May 2026
Rope access vs scaffold vs EWP: choosing facade access methods
The access method shapes facade-work cost, timeline and disruption more than almost anything. When each earns its place, and what to ask before procurement.
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28 May 2026
How insurance cladding questions are changing at renewal
Insurer questionnaires now ask about cladding — what the questions require, what 'working on it' looks like, and the documentation that holds up at renewal.
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27 May 2026
Five facade warning signs an owners corporation should not ignore
Most facade issues develop slowly enough to plan for. Five visible warning signs that mean inspect sooner — not at the next scheduled cycle.
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26 May 2026
What to look for in a facade defect report
Your first facade defect report as an owners corporation — what each section should contain, and how to read it for the decisions your committee will make.
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