The structural strengthening and restoration of these 100-year-old heritage buildings is an interesting project for the Cassidy team. As there were many unknown factors at the start of this project we have worked closely with consultants to define the scope of work during the construction process.
We have collaborated with architects and engineers to identify structural needs, such as support for the original chimney, and the best way to provide stability while retaining the heritage aspects of the house. Keeping materials and construction methods as close to the originals as possible has involved “old school” techniques and teaming up with specialist tradespeople. For example, we found only 3 businesses in Auckland able to carry out soldering of copper guttering.
The structural strengthening and restoration of these 100-year-old heritage buildings is an interesting project for the Cassidy team. As there were many unknown factors at the start of this project we have worked closely with consultants to define the scope of work during the construction process.
We have collaborated with architects and engineers to identify structural needs, such as support for the original chimney, and the best way to provide stability while retaining the heritage aspects of the house. Keeping materials and construction methods as close to the originals as possible has involved “old school” techniques and teaming up with specialist tradespeople. For example, we found only 3 businesses in Auckland able to carry out soldering of copper guttering.