Concrete Engineering Solutions
Strata Repair and Maintenance Work in Sydney
Concrete Engineering Solutions (CES) is an engineering-led contractor based in Arndell Park, delivering trusted strata repair and maintenance work across Greater Sydney. Established in 2020 by experienced structural engineers, we combine forensic investigation, GPR scanning, epoxy injection, and engineered strengthening (including carbon fibre and post-tension repair) to deliver compliant, long-term outcomes for owners’ corporations, strata managers, and property managers.
As registered Building Practitioners under the NSW Design and Building Practitioners (DBP) Act 2020, CES ensures all remediation and maintenance works are designed, supervised, and executed in accordance with current building compliance and structural integrity standards. Our in-house structural engineering capability adds a critical layer of assurance and value for strata schemes, delivering compliant, engineered, and certifiable outcomes.
Complete Strata Repairs Services
We provide end-to-end strata repairs in Sydney and maintenance tailored for multi-unit buildings, including:
- Structural concrete repair and spalling (concrete cancer) remediation
- Balcony, balustrade and façade repair and rectification
- Epoxy & polyurethane crack injection and grouting before resurfacing or patching
- Waterproofing and membrane repair for balconies, podiums and basements
- Carbon fibre strengthening and local structural reinforcement
- Post-tension inspection, truncation & repair work
- GPR / concrete scanning and thickness testing to locate reinforcement and voids
- Heavy lifting, jacking and monitoring for load transfer works
- Ongoing maintenance programs and scheduled defect rectification for strata schemes
- End-to-end building remedial works including façade repairs, brickwork rectification, roof and gutter repairs, waterproofing defect correction (internal and external), and general maintenance such as fence or gate replacement and external feature restoration.
Why CES for Strata Repair and Maintenance Work?
- Engineering expertise: our team includes qualified structural engineers who write investigation reports, scopes and remediation designs.
- Forensic approach: we diagnose root causes (corrosion, movement, water ingress), not just patch cosmetic damage.
- Site-proven methods: GPR scanning, concrete thickness testing, epoxy injection and polymer repairs used where appropriate.
- Compliance & risk management: we prepare rectification scopes suitable for owners’ corporation decision-making and building compliance.
- Strata-friendly delivery: minimal disruption, clear communications, staged works and licensed trades vetted for strata environments.
- Local knowledge: experienced across Sydney climates and common strata challenges in coastal and urban suburbs.
- DBP Act compliance: CES operates under the Design and Building Practitioners framework, ensuring all design and construction documentation meets NSW legislative requirements for regulated building work.
• Added engineering assurance: every project benefits from the oversight of registered structural engineers, giving owners’ corporations and strata managers confidence in both workmanship and design integrity.
Our Process for Strata Repair and Maintenance Work
- Initial inspection & report: Visual survey, targeted GPR scanning and documented defects.
- Forensic diagnosis: Identify corrosion, water penetration, movement or design faults.
- Engineered remediation plan: Recommended repairs, priority schedule, cost estimate and compliance notes.
- Pre-works remediation: Crack injection, concrete grouting, edge repairs and temporary supports.
- Permanent repair & strengthening: Patching, carbon fibre, post-tension works, waterproofing and finishing.
- Handover & maintenance plan: Warranty documentation, maintenance schedule and recommendations for owners’ corporation upkeep.
Common Strata Problems We Fix
- Spalling concrete and exposed reinforcement (concrete cancer)
- Balcony delamination and failed membranes
- Recurrent cracks and water ingress into common areas
- Corroded fixings, balustrade failures and safety hazards
- Settlement, construction joint failures and load-bearing defects
- Brick cracking, mortar deterioration and façade instability
- Roof leaks, drainage issues and gutter corrosion
- General building maintenance and minor structural remediation including fencing, gate repair and common area structural upkeep
Benefits for Strata Managers & Owners Corporations
- Protects asset value and reduces long-term repair costs
- Meets safety and compliance obligations under NSW building regulations
- Prevents the escalation of defects and costly emergency works
- Transparent, itemised quotes and prioritised remedial programs
- Single-source management from investigation to completion
- Work completed by Building Practitioners under DBP Act oversight, ensuring compliance, traceability, and certification for regulated building work
- Added value through integrated engineering design, allowing more efficient and permanent remediation strategies compared to contractor-only solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Works include structural concrete repair, waterproofing, balcony rectification, crack injection, carbon fibre strengthening, GPR scanning and ongoing maintenance programs for common property.
We perform a forensic inspection plus GPR/thickness testing to assess reinforcement condition, corrosion and movement. Structural issues get engineered remediation; superficial damage gets appropriate patching.
Yes. We prepare traffic/occupant management plans, stage works to minimise disruption, and coordinate with strata managers and contractors to ensure resident safety.
Duration varies by scope. Minor balcony repairs may take a few days, while larger façade or structural strengthening projects can take several weeks to complete. We provide a clear program in the quote.
CES provides inspection reports, scope of works, and technical evidence suitable for owners’ corporations, insurance claims and rectification order processes.
Yes, we prepare scheduled maintenance and defect-monitoring programs to prolong asset life and reduce urgent repair costs.
Our team comprises qualified structural engineers and licensed contractors experienced in strata environments; we supply required insurances and paperwork on request.
Ready to protect your strata asset with engineered repairs?
Book a free site inspection with Concrete Engineering Solutions, specialists in strata repair and maintenance work and a trusted strata repair contractor in Sydney. Contact us or call to arrange an inspection and receive a detailed, itemised remediation proposal.
Choose CES for Building Practitioner-led remediation, combining compliance, engineering excellence, and practical strata experience across Greater Sydney.