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Highrise Maintenance In Darwin – Your Maintenance Needs Covered!

Top Darwin Highrise Building Maintenance Services That You Need

    Building maintenance is a crucial aspect of your operations. You have to clean the windows, make sure your fire systems are working, and a whole lot more. To do this right, you need your local highrise maintenance contractor in Darwin.

    But what exactly should the contractor be doing? Here, at Australian Construction, we will provide you with some of the most important building maintenance services that you need for your highrise.

    1. Window washing

    Window washing and cleaning must be done regularly. Having an employee do this is only effective on the inside, but not on the outside. If you are going to clean the window outside, you have to ensure that the person doing it is qualified.

    There are several methods to do this, but it is best that you hire a professional. One common method is to use water jets. These are pressure washers, but they can only reach certain heights. Another method that is commonly used is ropes, but this is dangerous and not as effective as the cradle.

    The cradle is the most effective one, but it requires a complicated rigging structure. It is also dangerous, and if the rig is not installed correctly, it can fall and cause a casualty.

    At Australian Construction, we can provide the most effective means of washing your windows on a regular basis. We will also take care of providing the necessary equipment to facilitate the cleaning process.

    2. Weatherproofing and waterproofing

    These two things are done on schedule before harsh weather comes. For one, you need to make sure that your windows are insulated.

    Every so often, joints on windows and doors will crack. You need experts who can tell whether they will need to be replaced or not. At Australian Construction, we are proud to say that we have experts in joint sealing. We will take a look at the joints of your windows, doors, and even your concrete to find out if there are cracks.

    Waterproofing is also necessary for your baths and toilets. If they are not waterproofed, they will cause leaks. The basement will also need some checking. Leaks are the number one enemy of structures, even if they are not made of wood.

    Water can seep through concrete. And if this happens, the concrete will get weak. Water is also the number one enemy of metal, as it causes oxidation, turning the metal into rust.

    Waterproofing is a process that is complex. Not all waterproofing materials are suitable for all types of purposes. To get this done right, the contractor must understand the weather conditions in your area all-year-round.

    From this analysis, we can determine the best waterproofing compound to use. Do not make the mistake of thinking that a commercially available caulk will fix everything—you have to use the right materials for the right purpose.

    3. Electrical maintenance

    Third on our list of the top highrise building maintenance services that you need is electrical maintenance. Highrise buildings typically have back-up power sources—generators that can provide power for the whole building if there is a power outage.

    Systems like these are complicated, and there is a need to regularly check if they are functional, or if there is a need to do repairs.

    From electrical outlets to fuse boxes to wirings, there has to be a maintenance schedule for your entire electrical system. Apart from making sure if they work, we also have to ensure that none of these systems are likely to cause a fire hazard.

    And speaking of fire, we also maintain and replace fire sprinkler systems. Fire prevention maintenance is not an option—the Building Code of Australia requires it. You have to hire a contractor who is licensed to do your fire safety inspection, along with your electrical system safety inspection.

    We at Australian Construction can do both of these. It is at this point that we’d like to mention our license. We operate under the Building Code of Australia. As such, you have a guarantee that the work our highrise maintenance contractor in Darwin does is in compliance with government expectations.

    4. Plumbing maintenance

    The last service that you certainly need is plumbing. Pipes can get clogged, and regular maintenance is the only way to prevent the situation from getting worse.

    If your buildings pipes are clogged, the pressure will build up, and you will experience flooding. Your tenants will complain, and you might end up having to spend a lot of money paying for damages and repairs.

    Apart from checking the pipes for clogs, you must also have someone check for leaks and repair them. While some leaks can be easily managed by a resident plumber, there are some cases where you need contractors.

    At Australian Construction, we can also provide services for your water tanks. We fabricate tanks, repair and refurbish liners, and also repair corrosion.

    Overall, we can offer you a complete plumbing maintenance package. We can include this in our service of work agreement, and your plumbing system will receive regular check-ups and repairs.

    Make sure you hire a licensed plumbing contractor like us. Highrise buildings work differently from homes. Buildings have different pressure systems for the water to come up to the top floors, and only a qualified plumber can spot why there is a problem.

    Lastly, your basement is also a critical area, especially if you have a laundry. At Australian Construction, we will ensure that all areas where water is used heavily, will remain leak-free.

    Summary: Darwin highrise building maintenance

    Give us a call at Australian Construction now, so that we can discuss your needs. One of our specialists will schedule a consultation with you, and we will also schedule a day when we can visit your site. Once we get there, we can discuss in detail what your requirements are, as well as do a site inspection.

    From here, we will give you a plan on how often we will do the maintenance activities, and what specific services you can expect from our highrise maintenance team in Darwin. We will also provide you with a quote for our service, and then we can go from there. 

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      Highrise Maintenance Experts In Sydney- Australian Construction

      Sydney Highrise Building Maintenance

        Once a highrise building is completed, the next crucial step is to maintain it. While many of us see these buildings in pristine condition all the time, what we do not normally see is how they are maintained. You need your local trained highrise maintenance experts in Sydney to get the job done properly!

        Here, we will discuss with you several things that go on in the planning and execution of highrise maintenance. From here, you will have an idea of why hiring expert contractors are better than asking your employees to do it.

        You must have a plan

        The maintenance of a highrise building requires a plan. It is not like doing general cleaning in the house. Here, you need to maintain a schedule. And this schedule is not just a list of repetitive tasks and at what intervals, but also what areas of your building require maintainance.

        Your staff can clean your building daily weekly, and monthly. However, there are areas that they cannot access or areas that do not need daily cleaning activities, such as your HVAC systems, your basement, your sewers and pipelines, and your water tanks.

        There is so much to clean in a highrise building that you need an expert to do the planning. You can call on a service provider like Australian Construction, and we will take care of doing the inspections and planning the maintenance activities on paper.

        We will not just tell you how often something has to be cleaned, but we will provide advice on which areas of your highrise require priority. The plan we will provide you with, will also include the activities that need to be done weekly or monthly. Therefore, all areas of your highrise building will have maintenance coverage.

        You must consider the season

        Depending on your location, they may be a need to change the approach to the maintenance according to the season or the weather. For instance, during spring and summer, HVAC cleaning services need to be performed more regularly as plants and trees are blossoming, and your HVAC systems may be compromised with pollen. We will ensure that this maintenance activity happens in a timely manner.

        During the winter, we will ensure that your thermostats and ACs are working. We will also check your doors and parking spaces and make sure that they are clean. Windows and doors have to be properly sealed. Your sidewalks, walkways, and garden have to be de-iced (if required). We will do the same with your parking lots.

        There are maintenance activities that are seasonal, and there are activities that should be done regularly regardless of the season. If you do not have the tools to maintain certain areas of your building during a harsh season like the winter, you have to give us a call at Australian Construction.  

        You must have regular audits

        Your building security systems, HVAC systems, and power lines are all subject to wear and tear. Part of the maintenance services you should get from a provider should be the regular audit of these systems.

        The last thing that you would want is to have a massive power interruption because of faulty wiring, not to mention the safety hazard that comes along with it. The same thing goes with your plumbing systems.

        A maintenance service like this is called facility condition audit. This is a kind of audit where experts like us will inspect your systems, and we will advise you as to the expected lifespan of these systems. If we find problems, we will report them to you and also provide our recommendations.   

        On many occasions, it is better to have something repaired early than to have to replace it when it deteriorates. Repairs cost much less than buying and installing new units. It is essential to spot the problem before it gets worse. If not, there is a likelihood that repair is no longer an option, and that a large amount of money will need to be spent by you on purchasing new fixtures, equipment and the like.

        You must keep your building up-to-date

        The Building Code of Australia gets updated from time to time. This is why we recommend that you deal with engineers, even for highrise building maintenance services. Buildings that are tall enough are subject to these types of inspections, and as a building owner you have to ensure that you are compliant. Otherwise, you may be slapped with a large fine for non-compliance.  

        So, what does the government check? Here are a few:

        At Australian Construction, we are qualified to do all the above maintenance work for you. We are a licensed contractor, and our engineers are also all licensed. We understand what the government expects, and we can give you guidance on how to comply.

        Before we close, we advise that you only work with a licensed contractor as far as building maintenance is concerned. This guarantees that you are working with a group that has passed the stringent requirements of the government.

        A licensed contractor is also likely to be bonded and insured, which means that you will be protected financially and that you will have no liabilities.

        Lastly, we suggest that you pick a contractor that has expertise in many facets of building maintenance, like us. It is going to be a headache if you have to deal with several contractors—one for HVAC, one for plumbing, etc. Furthermore, you also will save on the cost of building maintenance if you are only working with one contractor.  

        Summary: Sydney highrise building maintenance

        A highrise building will easily get old if not maintained. Maintenance is not just about giving it a new paint job, but also wiping the dust from the windows, and repairing anything damaged due to normal wear and tear. The maintenance of a highrise building is a very dangerous job. You should only get it done by a professional like our team of highrise maintenance contractors in Sydney!

        Call us at Australian Construction, and one of our engineers will speak with you. We will visit your site and determine the best rig to use to clean the building. This should make the maintenance process quick and effective, and most importantly, keep our contractors safe. Our highrise maintenance team in Sydney is looking forward to working with you on your maintenance needs!