Waterproofing design, Project Management and Quality Assurance

Project Overview:

Weatherproof Consulting was commissioned to inspect and evaluate the existing water ingress and associated defects that were impairing the Hospital's operational capabilities, leading to consequential damage.

Key issues:

• Water ingress impacting ICU, private suites, and common areas;

Project Objectives:

• Identify the root cause(s) of the leak(s);

• Develop a comprehensive and holistic rectification solution including a design and scope;

• Manage the sequence of works;

• Provide quality assurance including testing regimes to ensure the designed solution provided a fit for purpose end result

Design & Planning: To address the complex variables, our comprehensive planning included:

• Conducting Facade testing with the use of a rain wand, inspection camera, smoke machine, infrared and moisture meters;

• Performing a wind uplift study to establish the required termination points of several elements;

Implemented Solutions: To meet compliance and project objectives, we collectively applied the following:

• Propping Solutions;

• Proprietary cavity flashing system;

• Wall tie type and spacing

• Brick sizing;

• Weep hole centres.

Conclusion:

Following our engagement, all water ingress issues outlined in our agreement have been fully resolved, enabling the hospital to continue its operations without interruption.