SERVICES

REMEDIAL

Remedial work only holds up if the cause was diagnosed correctly the first time — patching a symptom just means the same defect reappears in twelve months. We've prepared detailed defect reports referencing Australian Standards such as AS 1562.1:2018 for roofing defects, including documentation used in formal dispute proceedings against a non-compliant subcontractor, so we understand what a defect looks like when it's investigated properly rather than guessed at. That experience shapes how we approach every remedial project: identify the actual failure mechanism, reference the relevant standard, and propose a fix that addresses the cause, not just the visible damage. We regularly work alongside engineers, strata managers and, where needed, insurers, and we know how to document a defect in a way that holds up if it's ever challenged. For owners corporations and building owners dealing with an existing problem, that's usually the real question — not just "can you fix it" but "can you prove what was wrong and that the fix is compliant." We can answer both. That paper trail matters most when a defect ends up disputed — with an insurer, a builder under warranty, or a subcontractor unwilling to accept responsibility — because a report that clearly references the applicable standard is far harder to argue with than a general description of damage.

What we do differently

We diagnose root cause before proposing a fix, backed by detailed technical reports referencing the relevant Australian Standards — not a quote based on a visual inspection alone. Where needed, we coordinate directly with engineers, strata managers and insurers, and every remedial fix is warranty-backed, not a temporary patch.

Why trust AFA

We've prepared formal defect documentation referencing AS 1562.1:2018 and other standards for real dispute proceedings, so our reports are built to withstand scrutiny, not just describe a problem. ISO 9001 and 45001 systems, NSW prequalification and 30+ years of family-run accountability back every remedial project we take on.