Helitec Structural Services were instructed to complete permanent building repairs to this semi-detached Marrickville cottage. The building needed fixing cracked walls and was suffering from various structural issues with external and internal wall cracking, rolling sandstone footings, deformed walls and support pillars and cracked archways, doors and window openings
Included in our spec was installing addition roofing supports in the attic above bedroom 1/bedroom 2. We also squared off and relined the attic/study room walls making the area functional.

Sandstone Footings
Because the sandstone footing were rolling and causing the masonry walls to move Helitec completed partial underpinning which included excavating under the sandstone and pouring concrete pads.
Excavation under sandstone footings Concrete pour under sandstone footings
Verandah Wall & Pillars
The verandah side walls and pillars were cracked and misaligned. This meant the walls were unstable and subject to excessive movement. We used Helifix proprietary strengthening systems to repair the faults.
Distorted verandah pillar Installing realities and repairing verandah cracks
Entry Door and Arch
The front door had suffered cracking and needed repair. Helitec craftsmen removed cracked bricks and strengthened the doorway. The door opening was rebuilt.
Unrepaired front door Repairing front door cracks Front door cracks repaired
Bedroom Walls
The front bedroom had extensive wall cracking. After chasing out the mortar and inserting stainless steel helical bars with Helifix proprietary cementious grout the walls were permanently restored to their former strength.
Bedroom walls being repaired Above window in bedroom being repaired Completed wall repair before repaint
Removing bricks in bedroom Replaced bricks in bedroom Completed wall repair before repaint
Archways
The two hallway arches had cracks and deformities. Helitec were able to successfully restore the arches to their original condition using Helifix masonry repair systems and proprietary resins. Our expert craftsmen can restore the most difficult building component.
1st hallway arch proped 1st hallway arch under repair 1st hallway arch repaired 2nd hallway arch cracks 2nd hallway arch repaired 2nd hallway arch repaired
Fixing of cracked walls in Living Room.
Helitec tried and tested methods mean minimal disruption to your home during our works to restore the structural integrity of walls. Our tradesmen complete the works in a fast and efficient way allowing you to return to using the space quicker.
Repaired cracking around Living Room window
Cracking around living room bookcase Repaired cracks around bookcase b=efore repaint
Dining Room Widow Cracks
We use stainless steel Helifix bars and specially formulated grouts for a permanent solution to wall cracks. Early attention to wall cracks will save you money. We can stabilise your walls and ensure your wall cracking problems are fixed.
Above window under repair 1st coat render window after repair
Helitec have completed many structural repairs to masonry buildings. Visit our News Pages to learn more about how we endeavour to complete our projects beyond owners expectations. Our craftsmen take pride in each and every on of BUILDING + RESTORATION + REMEDIATION projects.
Repurposing the Attic
The owner wanted to make their attic space more functional. The floor needed strengthening and unused edge space needed framing for the installation of storage cupboards. Helitec employs all trades including plumbers, electricians and carpenters to complete with confidence any building works requested by our clients.
Reinforcing attic floor Reinforcing attic floor Framing attic for cupboards Attic cupboard framing Framing attic for cupboards
Helitec have completed many restorations and repairs to cracked walls. Visit our News Pages to learn more about how we endeavour to complete our projects beyond owners expectations. Our craftsmen take pride in each and every on of our BUILDING + RESTORATION + REMEDIATION projects.

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