A visible ceiling stain does not always sit directly below the roof defect. Water can travel along roof sheets, flashings, sarking, framing and building interfaces before becoming visible internally. Remicon provides investigation-led roof repairs and leak detection across Canberra, covering safe roof access, inspection and controlled water testing through to temporary repairs, permanent remedial solutions, roof replacement and internal make-good. Our approach is to identify the likely source first, document the condition and then provide practical repair options suited to the existing roof and available budget.
Remicon undertakes roof inspections for active leaks, recurring water ingress, visible defects and planned maintenance. The inspection begins from the known location of internal damage and works outward to assess likely roof-level entry points, keeping the investigation targeted while still considering connected defects.
Depending on the roof and scope, the inspection reviews:
Findings are issued with photographs, observations, recommended rectification options and prioritised maintenance items so property managers, builders and committees can make an informed decision.
Roof leaks can be difficult to diagnose, particularly on metal roofs and low-slope or flat roof systems where water may travel significant distances before entering the building. Where visual inspection alone cannot isolate the source, Remicon undertakes controlled roof water testing to recreate relevant rainfall exposure and assess specific roof details.
Testing is planned around the suspected ingress area and building configuration rather than indiscriminately wetting the entire roof. Likely failure points are tested progressively, the internal response observed, and site-specific evidence developed to support the rectification recommendation. Roof water testing is used to assess sheet laps and roof junctions, skylights and rooflight interfaces, ventilation and service penetrations, flashings, cappings and back-flashing details, box gutters, sumps and drainage interfaces, roof-to-wall and façade junctions, localised sealant or fastener failures, and low-slope areas where the leak path is not visually apparent.
Remicon's core roofing capability is commercial metal roofing and flat or low-slope roof remediation. These roofs frequently require more than a surface sealant repair: the cause may involve sheet detailing, drainage, flashings, penetrations, movement, fasteners or the way adjoining building elements direct water onto the roof.
Metal roofing
Remicon investigates and rectifies defects involving roof sheets, fixings, laps, cappings, flashings, penetrations and associated drainage details. Where a localised repair is appropriate, we develop a remedial detail that works with the existing roof. Where deterioration or defective detailing is too extensive, we scope partial or full removal and replacement.
Flat and low-slope roofs
Flat and low-slope roofs are particularly sensitive to drainage, ponding, membrane or sheet junctions and penetration detailing. Remicon inspects the existing roof, undertakes targeted water testing where suitable, assesses drainage behaviour and provides a rectification pathway based on the actual site conditions.
Roof penetrations are common leak points because they interrupt the normal path of water across the roof. Remicon provides remedial flashing solutions around skylights, ventilation penetrations, pipe penetrations and other roof-mounted services. Depending on the existing construction, rectification may include new or modified back flashings, over-flashings, penetration flashings, water-diversion details, compatible boots or seals, and local sheet modifications. The objective is to manage water in the direction of flow and reduce reliance on exposed sealant as the primary waterproofing detail. Where surrounding roof geometry contributes to the problem, we develop a custom remedial detail that integrates with the existing roof rather than resealing the visible symptom.
Not every client is ready to undertake a full roof replacement or major remedial package immediately. Where the existing condition allows, Remicon provides more than one rectification pathway so the client can decide based on risk, expected service life and available budget.
Temporary or life-extension option
Where technically appropriate, a targeted remedial option may be proposed to extend the useful service period of the affected roof area. For suitable conditions this may be intended as an interim solution in the order of two to three years; actual performance depends on the existing roof condition, exposure, maintenance and the specific repair detail.
Permanent rectification option
Where the client is seeking a longer-term outcome, Remicon recommends broader replacement or redesign of the failed detail, including partial or full roof replacement where required. The recommendation is based on the condition observed, the likely cause of failure and whether retaining the surrounding roof creates an unacceptable risk of recurrence.
Once the source of failure has been identified, Remicon provides either full removal and replacement or a custom remedial solution designed around the existing conditions. Works may include:
Commercial roof investigations often fail before the technical work begins because safe access has not been properly considered. Remicon plans and coordinates the access required to inspect and rectify difficult-to-reach roof areas, including ladders, elevated work platforms, scaffold and temporary access arrangements where required.
Where an existing height-safety system is unavailable, unsuitable for the proposed work or cannot be relied upon, Remicon coordinates appropriate temporary fall-protection measures and specialist height-safety support for the task. Where the client wants a longer-term solution, we coordinate review, upgrade or installation of the building's height-safety system as a separate scope. This approach is consistent with WorkSafe ACT guidance that roof work requires site-specific assessment of safe access, roof condition and fall risks before work proceeds.
Remicon's roofing capability is supported by team members with formal roof-plumbing qualifications and extensive practical experience in metal roofing and remedial construction. Members of our wider delivery team also bring carpentry and building backgrounds, allowing substrate, framing or supporting construction issues discovered during opening-up to be assessed and addressed within the broader project scope rather than stopping the roofing works while another contractor is sourced.
A roof leak often creates work below the roof as well as above it. Once the source of water ingress has been controlled, Remicon manages associated internal make-good within the agreed scope: removal and replacement of water-damaged plasterboard, ceiling and wall repairs, painting and finish reinstatement, skirting, trim and local carpentry repairs, mould-related assessment or specialist remediation coordination where required, and final cleaning and presentation. Clients use one remedial contractor from the initial roof investigation through to the final internal finish.
Remicon's roofing service is structured around commercial, strata and multi-unit buildings across Canberra and the ACT. We work with strata managers, owners corporations, commercial property and facilities managers, builders, consultants, insurers and asset owners who require clear investigation, practical repair options and documented close-out. Our main roofing focus is metal roofing and flat or low-slope commercial roof systems, although other roof types and unusual building conditions are reviewed on a project-by-project basis.
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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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