Inspection Details
- Location: St Kilda
- Reason for Attendance: Structural Repairs – Carport Installation & Masonry Restoration
Event Summary
Our team was engaged to carry out the supply and installation of a new carport structure, along with restoration of damaged blockwork and associated site preparation. The project included permit coordination, planning documentation, and full supervision of works. All activities were completed in accordance with building regulations and safety protocols.
Cause of Damages
- Structural deterioration of existing carport and surrounding blockwork
- Planning permit required due to site-specific conditions and council requirements
- No underlying maintenance issues identified
Works Completed
Carport Installation
- Supply and install new carport (5 m x 7 m x 2.5 m) to building permit specifications
- Allowance made for carport kit with selection by authorised persons
- Excludes foundation works (to be determined at permit stage)
- Safe works zoning established for duration of repairs
- Domestic Building Insurance (structural) included
- Estimated construction duration: 10 days (plus lead time for permits)
- Final clean and debris removal upon completion
Blockwork Restoration
- Remove loose blocks and clean for reuse
- Supply shortfall of blocks, sand, cement, lime, and colour oxide
- Rebuild damaged blockwork to match original condition
- Cut out cracked sections and re-point
- Acid wash all blockwork for finish consistency
Site Preparation & General Works
- Excavator and tipper used for minor soil and vegetation removal
- Safety bollards and exclusion zones established
- Estimated duration: 7 days
- Full supervision and site management throughout
- Site left clean and tidy
Permit Coordination
- Prepared planning drawings for council submission
- Lodged planning permit application and managed process to completion
- Additional costs allowed for building permit preliminaries as requested by surveyor
Outcome
- New carport installed to specification and compliance
- Blockwork fully restored with matching materials and finishes
- Site prepared and cleaned to professional standard
- Planning and permit process successfully managed
- Project delivered with full stakeholder coordination and quality assurance
