Viewpoint flats, Weymouth

Southern Concrete Services were employed by NHBC as a specialist principal contractor to undertake an investigation and subsequent repairs to rotten timbers at Viewpoint flats in Weymouth.

Investigations revealed water ingress through poorly jointed frames. Testing and examination also showed evidence of incorrect use of materials with little or no preservation. There were rotting timbers, handrails and balustrades to the top floor flats across the development.

SCS employed Trada to conduct a full materials analysis and recommendations. All works were undertaken whilst the properties remain occupied.

Works involved supply and carefully retro fit stainless steel brackets and connections. Each elements were removed individually to reduce the amount of temporary support required. Our joiners then replaced the defective materials with heartwood which had been specified.

The scheme was completed within a tight works programme and budget constraints.