[200William-EC SP67851] SP67851 Marquis Re: Water Testing Western Rooftop Terrace

Matt Perkins matt at spectrum.com.au
Thu Oct 24 14:49:22 AEDT 2019


I think that's a very good idea.

Matt.


On 24/10/19 1:25 pm, Sarkis Mouawad wrote:
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> Hi All,
>
> What should happen from here is that I will inform Unit 601 of the 
> findings and the matter should settle down and go away at this stage, 
> until a leak re-occurs.
>
> What I believe might happen is that the owner of that lot will not 
> accept the findings and continue to either press the matter or peruse 
> the matter further.
>
> Should this be the case I believe we should request that we make a 
> claim on our insurance for legal defence to act on behalf of the 
> owners corporation.
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> I will keep you all updated on the response that will come through.
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> *From:*ec-bounces at 200william.com <ec-bounces at 200william.com> *On 
> Behalf Of *Matt Perkins
> *Sent:* Tuesday, 22 October 2019 9:59 AM
> *To:* ec at 200william.com
> *Subject:* Re: [200William-EC SP67851] SP67851 Marquis Re: Water 
> Testing Western Rooftop Terrace
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> Thanks Darren,
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>  Sarkis What is the next step. We have finished our requirement under 
> the agreement at mediation.  Should we contact the owner of 601 and 
> ask what his intentions are given there is no evidence his apartment 
> is leaking.
>
> Matt
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> On 22/10/19 9:22 am, Marquis wrote:
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>     Morning EC,
>
>     Distinction Waterproofing & Remedial (DWRS) have completed the
>     flood testing of the western rooftop terrace. Report attached.
>
>     Testing failed to recreate the ceiling leak in apartment 601’s
>     loungeroom ceiling and A/C ductwork. The edges of the terrace next
>     to the planter box were flood tested and failed to recreate the
>     leaking over the terrace of apartment 601 (see attached for
>     reference). Water was however found inside the handrail posts so
>     small holes were drilled at the base to drain out the water and
>     epoxy was injected into the base so that future leaking will drain
>     straight out instead of down the planter box wall. The awning
>     along 601’s balcony was found to be full of water due to the seal
>     between the frame and planter box wall failing. The water was
>     drained from the frame with a recommendation to replace the awning
>     seal. DWRS can provide a quotation to address the issue if required.
>
>     The testing was conducted over 3 days and one of the days we
>     received heavy rain. As the terrace drain was sealed the water
>     level on the terrace rose and flooded back into the fire stairs
>     and apartment 601’s 2^nd bathroom ceiling. DWRS investigated the
>     issue many years ago by removing one of the blocks at the base of
>     the wall between the terrace and the gym bathroom and found that a
>     door was initially planned to access the bathroom from the western
>     terrace. This was changed during construction but the flashing at
>     the base of the wall was compromised in the process. At the time a
>     waterproofing membrane was applied to the wall and no other issues
>     reported until now. To permanently repair the issue, the first row
>     of tiles at the base of the wall will need to be removed, the wall
>     will need to be jacked up at the base and new flashing installed.
>     It was noted that the leaking issue will only reoccur if the
>     terrace drain gets blocked. See the attached for reference.
>
>     In conclusion, apart from the flashing issue the western terrace
>     main deck membrane is not leaking. Water is however getting
>     underneath the tile bed and insulation causing the tile bed to
>     break down and the tiles to hog. Patch repairs can be done but are
>     not recommended as the issue will continue to get worse over time.
>     To permanently repair the issue the main terrace deck will need to
>     be redone.
>
>     If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks
>
>     Kind regards,
>
>     *Darren Vignes*
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>     Building Manager
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