Remicon specialises in balcony repair and remediation across Canberra, providing complete rectification from initial investigation and water testing through to demolition, substrate and concrete repair, waterproofing, drainage, tiling, balustrade reinstatement and internal make-good. Whether the issue involves a leaking balcony, failed membrane, spalling slab edge, drummy tiles, inadequate falls or recurring water ingress to the unit below, our team develops a site-specific solution around the building condition, required performance and available budget, without compromising the quality of the repair or the waterproofing system beneath it.
A balcony is one of the most exposed and most interconnected elements on a building. It carries a waterproofing membrane, a structural slab, drainage, a balustrade, a door threshold and a finished surface, and all of them meet at the details where failures start. Water that enters at a hob, a threshold or a balustrade fixing can travel through the screed and slab before appearing as a stained ceiling in the unit below or spalling on the slab edge. As a remedial building and construction company, Remicon manages the complete balcony rectification rather than treating waterproofing, tiling, concrete and balustrades as separate trades.
Our balcony repair and remediation services can include:
Balcony failures in Canberra buildings are rarely caused by a single defect. The most common contributors Remicon identifies through investigation include:
Each of these can be present on the same balcony, which is why a reseal, a regrout or a replacement of the visible tiles rarely resolves the leak.
Prolonged water ingress through a balcony membrane reaches the reinforcement in the slab. The result is spalling at the slab edge, soffit or hob, rust staining and, over time, a reduction in the structural capacity of the balcony. Remicon undertakes concrete rectification as part of the balcony repair scope rather than referring it to a separate contractor.
Depending on the extent of deterioration, works may include breakout to sound concrete, reinforcement cleaning and treatment, corrosion inhibitor, engineer-specified repair mortar and protective coatings to the exposed concrete. Where spalling affects the slab edge, the balustrade fixings or the structural capacity of the balcony, Remicon coordinates structural engineering consultation before breakout begins and carries out the repair to the engineer's specification with documented hold points.
Balustrades are the most common interruption to a balcony membrane and the most common cause of post-repair leaks when they are reinstated poorly. Remicon manages the balustrade as part of the balcony scope:
Remicon is experienced in both sheet membrane and liquid-applied waterproofing systems for balconies. We do not force every balcony into one membrane type. The proposed system is selected around the existing building, access, substrate, programme, finished surface, expected movement, required durability and client budget.
Sheet membrane waterproofing
Sheet membranes provide a controlled and consistent membrane thickness and are particularly valuable on balconies where a robust, high-performance system is required beneath tiled or screeded finishes. Remicon's sheet membrane capability includes premium systems such as ARDEX WPM 1000 and WPA Aqualay, subject to project suitability and manufacturer requirements.
ARDEX WPM 1000 WeldTec is a weldable, polypropylene-lined sheet membrane for internal and external non-exposed applications. Its laps and seams are heat-welded, producing a consistent membrane layer beneath tiled or screeded balcony finishes. Current ARDEX technical information identifies WPM 1000 as compliant with AS 4654, AS 4858 and AS 2904, with a consistent 1.2 mm membrane thickness, and states that flood testing, tiling or screeding may commence 60 minutes after installation when installed to its requirements, which supports faster balcony turnaround in occupied buildings.
WPA Aqualay, supplied through Bayset, is a flexible sheet membrane with an EBA core laminated with non-woven geotextile fleece. Bayset identifies the system for balconies, terraces, internal wet areas and other tiled waterproofing applications, with tiles, screeds and toppings installed over it to the manufacturer's technical requirements. It is CodeMark certified for internal and external above-ground applications, and its flexible construction provides crack-isolation properties, a particular advantage on balconies where slab movement, thermal cycling and tiled finishes form part of the remedial design.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid-applied membranes remain an effective option on balconies with complex geometry, multiple penetrations or detailed hob and threshold interfaces, where a continuous applied system is advantageous. Remicon works with suitable liquid-applied systems from established manufacturers, selected according to the specific application rather than price alone.
Remicon is currently an accredited installer for ARDEX and Bayset/WPA waterproofing systems. We work closely with product manufacturers and technical representatives so that the selected system, substrate preparation, hob and threshold detailing, balustrade penetrations and application methodology are aligned with the relevant manufacturer requirements.
Where the project and system allow, manufacturer or third-party technical review and inspection can be incorporated before critical stages are covered. This creates an additional quality-control layer and helps provide the client with confidence that the balcony has been approached as a complete system rather than simply as a membrane application.
Where suitable for the building and waterproofing system, Remicon can conduct pre-works and post-works water testing on balconies. Pre-works testing establishes site-specific evidence and differentiates potential ingress paths (threshold, hob, balustrade fixing, outlet or membrane field) before demolition. It also confirms which balconies on a building actually require remediation, so the committee is not paying for a building-wide program where a stack-by-stack one is justified.
Post-works testing then provides a verification step before the tiles go down, subject to the membrane system, curing requirements and site conditions. Testing may include controlled flood testing, targeted water application, moisture observations in the unit below and photographic documentation. The methodology is selected to suit the building and is documented so the client receives clear, site-specific results rather than assumptions.
Not every balcony requires the same system, and not every owners corporation has the same budget. Remicon can assess suitable options ranging from efficient liquid-applied solutions through to premium sheet membrane systems such as ARDEX WPM 1000, and can stage multi-balcony programs by stack or elevation across levy cycles.
Our objective is not to reduce quality to meet a price. It is to select the strongest fit-for-purpose repair within the client's approved budget, while maintaining appropriate preparation, detailing and workmanship. Where a lower-cost option such as a reseal or tile-only replacement would compromise the required performance or warranty pathway, we identify that risk rather than simply reduce the scope.
Balcony leaks typically present in the unit below as stained or sagging plasterboard, blistered paint, damaged cornices and, with prolonged moisture, conditions conducive to mould growth. Remicon can investigate the water source and coordinate the associated water-damage rectification and internal make-good once the balcony above has been repaired and tested.
Internal repairs are sequenced after the balcony is proven watertight so the owner below is not repainted twice. Where mould is identified or suspected, the required response depends on the extent, affected materials and site conditions. Remicon can coordinate appropriate assessment, removal or specialist remediation as part of the broader rectification works.
Remicon provides balcony repair and remediation services across Canberra for strata managers, owners corporations, commercial property managers, builders, consultants, insurers and private property owners. Our delivery systems are particularly suited to occupied residential and commercial buildings where access, communication, staged works and clear reporting are critical.
Specialists in remedial, strata, and asset protection works.
Across remedial repairs, waterproofing, façade works, and maintenance.
A reliable network supporting quality, safety, and compliance.
Delivering results beyond expectations.
We bring a structured approach to every remedial project, clear communication, detailed inspections, and traceable documentation from start to finish.
Whether resolving waterproofing failures, repairing concrete, or restoring building façades, our team ensures each outcome is durable, compliant, and aligned with your long-term asset needs.
Why choose Remicon?
We combine skilled trades, quality materials, and disciplined processes to ensure long-lasting and precise remedial outcomes.
Our process ensures you receive consistent updates, structured documentation, and solutions shaped around your requirements.
Photo reports, progress updates and documentation delivered digitally as work happens. Strata managers and committees see exactly what was done, when, and why.
Written warranties on workmanship, backed by manufacturer warranties on approved systems. If a repair fails within the warranty period, we come back and fix it.
From investigation to completion, we manage the full remedial process with consistent documentation and quality control.
Fixing the cause, not just the symptom, saves owners corporations money over the long term.
Site inspection to written quote within 48 hours. Clear scope, clear pricing, no chasing us for a response.
We plan remedial works around residents and tenants, coordinating access, staging, and communication so projects are delivered with minimal disruption to daily life.
Our teams arrive with WHS documentation, site-specific risk assessments, and trained supervision so remedial works are completed safely, with minimal disruption to occupants.
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