Residential Remedial Works, Llanelli

A residential building in Llanelli required a comprehensive programme of remedial works across a range of external and internal disciplines.

Phase 2 works covered façade remediation, window and door replacement, balcony works, fire stopping, mechanical and electrical works, and internal redecoration. The scope was broad and required careful coordination across trades to deliver works to programme.

The façade works included the removal of all existing render and fibre cement cladding, exposing the blockwork outer skin for full preparation and reinstatement. Render was reapplied using a Parex SikaWall system by a Sika-registered applicator, with new cladding panels installed to match the existing specification and comply with current building regulations. Cavity trays were renewed throughout, with weep holes and vents retrofitted in accordance with LABC technical guidance.

All existing windows and apartment balcony doors were removed and replaced with new Aluprof framed double-glazed units, installed with A1 fire-rated cavity closures, marine grade ironmongery, and continuous horizontal DPC. A FENSA-approved specialist was engaged throughout to ensure full compliance and certification.

Balcony works included the removal and treatment of corroded soffits, weatherproofing improvements to Juliet balcony fixing plates, and the design and installation of a new Alideck balcony system with integrated edge drainage to the triangulated balcony stack.

Fire stopping works were carried out by a third-party accredited contractor and covered fire collars to kitchen areas, compartmentation sealing, SVP penetrations, gas pipe penetrations, riser cupboard fire doors, and dry riser separation. The fire alarm system was tested to confirm full linkage to the AOV. A new uPVC AOV rooflight was installed to the top floor common landing to provide automatic smoke and fire exhaust ventilation.

Boiler flues were reconfigured by a registered gas engineer to position terminals a minimum of 300mm from all openings, with new weather deflectors fitted and gas safety certification provided on completion.

Internal works included a full audit of damp-affected areas, surface preparation, stain-blocking primer, and redecorating with water-resistant emulsion throughout affected areas.