Crown Reach

Case Studies

Crown Estate

External Cleaning and Masonary Works

Residential Block in Pimlico, London.

The Challenge

The existing façade had been coated with a cheap waterproof coating as the building suffered from leaks due to poor detailing.
Parts of the building overhang the Thames so access was difficult.
The building had a stepped design, with many roof terraces so scaffold design and calculations were key.
Works were very intrusive to residents.

We had to use a mixture of non-pollutant varnish/paint stripper to loosen the material and use DOFF to remove it whilst temporarily repairing vulnerable areas prone to water ingress and carrying out a permanent repair on completion.
Liaised with residents regularly to check there was no water ingress, use of roof terraces, ensure windows were closed etc.
Carried out works over the river via rope access. Working times were limited to only when the tide was out.
Keeping on top of the mess that arises from the DOFF cleaning.
Phasing scaffolding and ensuring continuity of works.

Building is now free of coating so future maintenance is far easier and leaks are easily detectable.
All historic leaks have been resolved.