Remedial Works
Finding the damage is only the first step
Rot, termite damage, movement and water entry can affect much more than the area visible from the surface. WE R Carpentry inspects accessible areas and, where agreed, carefully opens the affected section to expose the timber beneath.
Because concealed damage cannot always be priced accurately until it is exposed, we confirm the repair scope once the affected area can be properly seen. Any additional work is explained and agreed before proceeding.
Where pest treatment, engineering or another licensed trade is required, that work is completed separately from the carpentry repair.
Termite Damage Repairs
Termite damage often continues behind walls, floors and other linings. Once the property has been inspected and any active termite issue has been treated by a qualified timber pest professional, WE R Carpentry can expose the affected areas and repair or replace the damaged timber.
Understanding the Extent of the Damage
The full extent of termite damage may not be visible until wall sheets, flooring or other linings are carefully removed. We can undertake controlled opening-up work, document what is uncovered and confirm the required carpentry repairs before proceeding further.
Structural Timber Repairs
We repair and replace termite-damaged wall studs, plates, floor joists, bearers, roof framing and other structural timber. Where load-bearing elements are affected, repairs are completed to engineering details where required.
Propping and Staged Repairs
Where damaged timber supports the surrounding structure, temporary propping may be needed while affected sections are removed and replaced. The repair method is confirmed once the damage is exposed and the structural requirements are understood.
Subfloor Structure Repairs and Replacement
Movement, uneven floors, excessive bounce and visible timber deterioration can indicate problems within the subfloor structure. Where access is available, we inspect the crawl space to identify visible damage and determine which timber components require repair or replacement.
Subfloor Inspection
We inspect accessible bearers, joists and floor framing for visible rot, termite damage, moisture deterioration and structural movement. Some areas may require flooring or other materials to be removed before the full condition can be confirmed.
Repair or Replacement
Depending on the extent of the damage, we can strengthen affected areas, replace individual joists or bearers, or rebuild larger sections of the floor structure. Temporary support may be required while damaged components are removed and replaced.
Underlying Causes
Subfloor deterioration can be caused by termites, plumbing leaks, drainage, ongoing moisture or movement elsewhere in the building. These underlying issues may need to be assessed and repaired by the relevant specialist before the carpentry work is completed.
Rotten Timber Replacement
Timber rot generally develops where moisture has entered or remained in contact with the structure over time. We remove affected timber and repair or rebuild the area using materials suited to its location and exposure.
Common Areas of Timber Damage
Rotten timber is commonly found in wall framing affected by bathroom leaks, walls exposed by failed cladding, roof framing beneath leaks, deck frames exposed to weather, and timber around windows, fascia and eaves.
Repairing the Structure
The repair may involve removing surrounding linings, cladding or decking to access the damaged timber. We then remove the affected material and repair or replace the structural components, working to engineering details where required.
Addressing the Source of Moisture
Replacing rotten timber will not prevent the damage from returning if the source of the moisture remains. Plumbing, waterproofing, roof leaks, drainage or damp problems may need to be rectified by the appropriate trade as part of the overall repair.
Recladding
Cracked, cupped, warped or deteriorated cladding can allow water to enter behind the exterior and damage the wall frame. Recladding can protect the structure, update the appearance of the home and provide an opportunity to improve the wall system.
When Recladding Is Needed
Recladding may be required when existing boards have deteriorated, the exterior is leaking, the cladding has reached the end of its useful life or the appearance of the home needs to be updated. Work can cover one affected area or the complete exterior.
What the Work Can Include
Our recladding work can include removing existing cladding, inspecting the exposed frame, repairing damaged timber and installing new cladding. Wall wrap, battens and insulation can also be included where required by the project design and agreed scope.
Fascia and Eave Repairs
Rotten fascia and eaves are common in older homes, particularly where roof leaks, overflowing gutters, failed paintwork or long-term weather exposure have allowed moisture into the timber.
Common Fascia and Eave Problems
Signs of deterioration can include peeling paint, soft or crumbling timber, sagging sections, staining and visible damage around gutters or roof edges. The surrounding roof framing may also need to be inspected once the affected area is opened.
Timber Repair and Replacement
We can remove and replace rotten timber fascia, bargeboards and suitable eave or soffit linings. Where damage extends into the surrounding roof frame, the affected timber can also be repaired or replaced as part of the agreed carpentry scope.
See the problem. Understand the scope. Repair it properly.
Remedial carpentry often changes once damaged areas are opened. We photograph what we find, explain what needs to be repaired and confirm additional work before proceeding.
Where engineering or specialist trades are required, we make those dependencies clear so the carpentry repair can be completed on a sound basis.