Navigating strata insurance options when you have a highrisk commercial tenant
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Overcoming limit of supply for EV charging in a 60s apartment block
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With the changes to strata legislation in NSW, should we review our by-laws?
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What specific steps can a committee legally take to initiate action quickly when faced with an urgent issue, and what are the potential risks of using these expedited procedures instead of the standard process?
Get your fellow lot owners and committee members to take action and make decisions.
The body of the presentation provides the specific rules for each state. Take the most urgent circumstances, such as when there is literally a crane transporting pallets over your swimming pool. Generally, you should get the committee together to make a decision to commence proceedings and authorise the expenditure.
In advance of that meeting, contact as many lot owners as you can and invite them to attend. Involve as many people as possible. Engage the lawyers. With the assistance of your strata manager, get the ratification process going.
Show that you’ve acted in good faith, typically without negligence, and acting without negligence means getting legal advice as quickly as possible.
Get your fellow lot owners and committee members to take action and make decisions.
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We engaged a builder to address concrete cancer on a standard costs-plus agreement. On the final invoice, the OC was not privy to how he came up with the costs. Did we write this builder a blank cheque?
We engaged a builder to address concrete cancer within a lot. The OC signed a standard costs-plus agreement from HIA. The OC were happy to pay costs and give the builder a profit, believing that the contract entitled them to see details of the builder’s costs, like timesheets and receipts for the materials. However, when the bill came, the builder provided a cubic measurement (litres) and a per-litre cost. The volume was about right, but the OC was not privy to how he came up with the costs.
When we challenged the bill and asked for more information, the builder refused and declared that this was industry standard. They would not provide actual figures for time and materials.
Did our building write this builder a blank cheque? When remediating concrete cancer, is there a better way to engage builders to keep them accountable and have a more transparent “costs plus” agreement?
This is very complex and difficult for owners unless the agreement is absolutely crystal clear.
Volume measurement for repairs is not ideal, particularly from an owner’s perspective. It’s extremely difficult to be able to determine how much was done. Experts have experience. Part of the issue here, is getting a very firm upfront and signed agreement with the builder to determine how the final price will be calculated.
I’m not a fan of volume measurement because, as a supervisor, I sometimes find it difficult to check, but there are strategies. We can have hold points in an inspection process where we indicate the builder can’t proceed past a point until something’s been addressed. The expert has the opportunity to look at the progress and potentially measure and understand how much volume has been used.
It’s about upfront transparency. An expert knows how to manage the process. It is very complex and difficult for owners to take on unless the agreement is absolutely crystal clear.
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Navigating strata insurance options when you have a high-risk commercial tenant
Will any insurers deal directly with an owners corporation with a high-risk commercial tenant?
Our owners corporation has a highrisk commercial tenant. Are there any insurers that deal directly with the owners corporation? Our strata manager and broker are only offering one option for insurance. Most of their panel of insurers will not insure us because of one owner’s tenant. This has resulted in an enormous increase in our insurance costs and, of course, the commission we pay.
I started looking into obtaining our own insurance as we thought it might be more cost-effective. I found that most strata insurance companies only deal with brokers, trapping us into a really bad deal.
The direct market usually insures retail clients, and most of the commercial strata options involve insurance brokers.
You may be able to go to CHU or Strata Community Insurance for assistance as a direct option. However, in this instance, the commercial market currently favours the broking market.
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Can the chairperson act without the committee’s backing?
The chairperson was dissatisfied with a tradesperson’s work. They emailed me, the secretary, to gather feedback from the executive committee. After receiving unanimous approval for the quality of work from the committee, the chairperson instructed the tradesperson to redo a significant portion of the work upon their return.
Should the chairperson have taken these actions without the backing of the committee?
The chairperson shouldn’t be acting unilaterally but rather in accordance with a majority of their fellow committee members.
Overseeing trades is not strictly within the role of the chairperson. Moreover, the chairperson shouldn’t be acting unilaterally but rather in accordance with a majority of their fellow committee members. In light of this, the strata committee may wish to consider removing the chairperson from office or the committee altogether.
The strata committee can remove a member from office, but an ordinary resolution at a general meeting will be required to remove a member from the committee altogether.
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Our 60s apartment block has an old switchboard. Even with solar grants, we can’t change the board’s capacity. How do we overcome the limit of supply so we can install EV chargers?
The switchboard in our 60s apartment block was installed in the 80s. We get anything from 40 amps to typically 60 amps per unit. It’s just not feasible to run a 32 amp level 2 EV charger. We’re stuck with 16 amp level 1 chargers. It is hugely expensive to upgrade the switchboard. Even if we get a solar for apartments grant, discounted batteries or free chargers, none of this helps if our switchboard can’t cope.
We also need a special vote to get the upgrade approved. What’s motivating owners to upgrade electricity switchboards? There’s no direct benefit. I’d like to know more about limit of supply. Better advocacy for this problem, plus government support, would be great.
In the case of extremely limited supply, we suggest a full power audit in advance to see how much ‘headroom’ you have.
You are right about the distribution board and main switch upgrades. They typically run anywhere from $3k-$10k to bring them up to current standards. It is definitely a larger cost but one that generally brings benefit and compliance to the whole building.
In the case of extremely limited supply, we suggest a full power audit in advance to see how much ‘headroom’ you have. Our experience is that there will still be room for several 10A GPOs, and even more when you load balance between them.
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If a dispute over a levy recovery matter proceeds to NCAT to determine the reasonableness of a proposed payment plan, will the Tribunal consider the owners corporation’s financial position?
The financial position of the owners corporation would likely be a less persuasive consideration as opposed to a lot owner’s financial position.
The current amendment only uses the term “reasonable” without providing a list of what factors may be considered in arriving at a “reasonable” refusal of a payment plan. This is likely something to be clarified in the regulations, yet to be rolled out. Generally, whilst the owners corporation’s financial position may be a consideration, it would likely be a less persuasive consideration than a lot owner’s financial position.
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Our yearly fire inspection revealed low water pressure and the requirement for a tank. Our fire protection company cannot sign off on the AFSS due to our lack of compliance. What do we do?
I’m a strata committee member for our 70-yearold, 25-unit building. Our yearly fire inspection revealed low water pressure, requiring a new 25,000-litre water tank. Installation of a new tank is costly, and we have no land available. Our fire protection company cannot sign off on the AFSS due to our lack of a compliant fire safety system.
A December 2024 report from Sydney Water indicated that our building does meet their flow and pressure requirements. What can we do?
Get a second opinion before doing anything further, and if that shows the issue is genuine, contact a fire engineer.
The Sydney Water Pressure Flow enquiry is a computer-generated report showing the theoretical pressure and flow available to the building at the street main tap-in point, e.g. out the front of the building.
The flow test undertaken by your fire contractor must be done at the “most hydraulically disadvantaged” location in the building. e.g. the location that is highest and furthest from the building entry.
The contractor’s test proves whether there is sufficient water at the furthest point for the fire brigade to use in an emergency.
Hence, while there is a relationship between the street mains pressure and flow and the contractor-completed test, the Sydney Water test does not take into consideration these factors:
1. Height difference – for every metre the hydrant is above the street main, the pressure delivered drops by 10 Kilopascals.
2. Back-flow prevention valve (the big blue thing out front) will reduce pressure by 50-150kPa.
3. Friction losses – every bend, tee and valve causes friction that reduces pressure between the street and the farthest hydrant.
4. Time of day and usage – if everyone is having a shower or watering the garden at the same time, one-off pressure issues can occur.
The contractor is doing exactly what they should in not endorsing the AFSS when the hydrant system has been proven not to perform as designed.
I highly recommend the owners get a second opinion before doing anything further, and if that shows the issue is genuine, contact a fire engineer who can potentially help with alternate/ performance solutions that may avoid the standard solutions raised by your contractor.
Rob
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How does the committee respond to requests to repair minor and frivolous items in a lot?
An owner made numerous claims on the committee to repair minor and frivolous items in their lot, e.g., a missing insect screen clip and two cracked tiles on the kitchen splashback.
How does the committee respond to nuisance claims? This owner emailed the committee 189 times in 2024.
Consider making an application for mediation in a bid to temper this incessant communication.
While these claims do seem frivolous, the owners corporation has a strict duty to repair and maintain the common property On the other hand, there is case law in support of the proposition that an owners corporation needn’t respond to every item of correspondence, especially where it is wasteful, abusive, excessive, etc.
Consider making an application for mediation in a bid to temper this incessant communication.
Leanne Habib | Premium Strata info@premiumstrata.com.au
When undertaking building remediation in a strata property-whether due to water damage, structural issues, or fire safety compliance-cost is always a primary concern. Strata committees, often operating under tight financial constraints and special levies, may consider managing the project themselves to cut costs.
One of the first roles questioned is that of the project manager (PM). However, omitting this key position can lead to significant and costly consequences.
A project manager is the central coordinator of a remediation project, responsible for aligning consultants, engineers, contractors, and the strata committee. Their oversight ensures the project remains on schedule, within budget, and compliant with legal and building standards. Without a PM, these responsibilities fall on committee members who may lack the technical expertise or time to manage the complexities involved.
The result? Delays, costly errors, and potential rework —all of which can inflate costs well beyond the PM's original fee.
Choosing qualified contractors is critical to project success. PMs bring vetted networks of reliable tradespeople and service providers. They assess past performance, verify credentials, and detect potential issues before contracts are signed. This professional insight avoids reliance on superficial marketing or low bids that can result in poor outcomes.
Cost overruns frequently stem from vague or incomplete project scopes. When details are unclear, contractors may underquote and later issue expensive variation claims. PMs collaborate with engineers and consultants to ensure that the scope is detailed and complete before tendering. This precision minimises ambiguities and the risk of disputes.
A well-drafted contract is another layer of financial protection. Project managers ensure contracts are tailored to the specific remediation needs and include clear terms for quality, timelines, payment schedules, and managing changes. This reduces legal risks and ensures accountability across all parties.
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the changes to strata legislation in NSW, should we review our by-laws?
Would any clauses in our current by-laws conflict with the new NSW strata legislation? Should our owners corporation consider reviewing or updating our by-laws and policies?
There is significant benefit in owners corporations reviewing their by-laws and policies to ensure they are consistent with and/or take full advantage of these amendments.
There are by-laws which could be rendered inoperative by the amendment. It is hard to say in isolation which by-laws, but two examples which would be rendered inoperable are:
1. by-laws that prevent the installation of sustainability infrastructure solely for the purpose of preserving the external appearance of a lot or the common property. The changes, with the new Section 139B expressly render such bylaws inoperative.
2. by-laws requiring a lot owner to pay the recovery legal costs without a Tribunal or Court order will be rendered inoperative once Section 86(2AA) comes into force.
The recent changes are quite extensive and follow from the 2021 statutory review of the SSMA. These changes are intended to be far reaching. There is thus significant benefit in owners corporations reviewing their by-laws and policies to ensure they are consistent with and/or taking full advantage of these amendments.
Matthew Lo | Kerin Benson Lawyers enquiries@kerinbensonlawyers.com.au
How can we proceed with an AGM meeting when an owner is unresponsive and obstructive?
We are experiencing ongoing disputes with an owner who is not a member of the strata committee. This individual has made a series of unfounded allegations against both owners and the committee chair. We have attended mediation regarding matters that have the support of the majority of owners within our complex. Most recently, this owner lodged an insurance claim on behalf of the complex without informing the strata committee, and the basis of this claim appears to be false.
To address these issues formally and facilitate open discussion, we attempted to schedule our AGM. However, the owner has ceased responding to emails.
Our complex does not have a strata manager, so we need to understand our rights and the proper procedure for convening a meeting despite this owner’s lack of engagement.
The secretary should convene the AGM at a time that works for the majority of owners.
I commend you on your efforts to include the owner in the matters of your strata scheme. In many cases, strata buildings do not get 100% agreement to proceed with the decisions of the majority. Fortunately, most decisions, such as approving quotes, confirming the insurance and approving budgets, require a simple majority vote in strata schemes.
Also, not all owners attend AGMs. You will note from the legislation that the quorum for an AGM is 1/4 of the owners that are entitled to vote being present (either personally or by proxy).
I understand why you want to discuss these items with owners at the next AGM. However, note that they are no longer replying to emails.
Here is my suggest:
• The secretary should convene the AGM at a time that works for the majority of owners.
• Like all owners, this owner is welcome and invited to attend. You can place motions on the agenda to deal with the matters that you want to discuss.
• The owner does not have to attend – it’s up to them and they can attend.
• If they don’t attend, you can have another meeting with them at a later time.
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Can by-laws validly prohibit a lot owner from operating or leasing to a specific industry in a commercial strata warehouse?
Can a commercial strata warehouse’s by-laws restrict a lot owner from operating a business in a specific industry or from leasing their lot to a business in that industry?
Can a commercial strata warehouse owners corporation stop a lot owner renting their lot to a mechanic, repairer/panel beater, or stop the lot owner from operating as a mechanic himself? Can strata by-laws specify what types of industry they can reject, even within a designated industry zoning warehouse?
In addition to taking into account the zoning of the area, the Tribunal would likely need to consider evidence in relation to any other restrictions.
Based upon the information provided, a bylaw that specifically prohibits a certain type of business, if the business is within the permissible zoning use, may be ruled to be invalid by the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal pursuant to Sections 139 and 150 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015
Section 139 provides that “A by-law must not be harsh, unconscionable or oppressive.”
Section 150 provides that “The Tribunal may, on the application of a person entitled to vote on the motion to make a by-law or the lessor
of a leasehold strata scheme, make an order declaring a by-law to be invalid if the Tribunal considers that an owners corporation did not have the power to make the by-law or that the by-law is harsh, unconscionable or oppressive’’.
In addition to taking into account the zoning of the area, the Tribunal would also likely need to consider evidence in relation to any other restrictions on the use of the property which may be specified in the development consent conditions and whether the business activity adversely affects how other lot owners use and enjoy their lots and the common property.
However, you should consider all of the current by-laws. There may be by-laws that place some limitations on your business activity. For example, by-laws may prohibit the parking of motor vehicles on the common property, and if you do not have your own parking spaces available, this could present a problem. Another example may relate to waste and hazardous materials. Will the motor vehicle parts and panels be stored on the common property? If so, this could be an issue.
Alternatively, your problems may not arise from a new by-law prohibiting use but may instead arise in relation to any by-law you need approved to set up the workshop. You may need the owners corporation’s approval if you need equipment installed. If you are establishing a new business from scratch, you may need council approval, which may need the owners corporation’s approval. If the
owners corporation is aware that you require its approval to establish or operate the business, it may be easier for the owners corporation to justify withholding its approval than it would be to justify creating a new by-law.
You should also keep in mind that the owners corporation makes its decisions by passing resolutions at general meetings. The approvals you require may need to be made by special resolution. Of the value of the votes cast, you need to ensure not more than 20% of the votes are against you. Discussing your requirements with the other lot owners before preparing any by-laws may be in your best interest. This may assist you in preparing any by-laws and obtaining the votes you require if/when your requested motions are considered at the general meeting.
As a side issue, I also make you aware of Section 82 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, which provides that “If the use to which a lot in a strata scheme
is put causes an insurance premium for the strata scheme to be greater than it would be if it were not put to that use, so much of a contribution payable by the owner of the lot as is attributable to insurance premiums may, with the consent of the owner, be increased to reflect the extra amount of the premium.” This may be something you need to consider.
Considering all of the above, I recommend obtaining legal advice from a legal practitioner specialising in strata law. A legal practitioner can advise on risks and strategies based on the planning laws, the by-laws and other factors I have not considered. Although my response to your question has raised some potential issues, with good legal advice and representation, you should be able to navigate these issues.
Shane Williamson | Williamson Lawyers Pty Ltd shane@williamsonlawyers.com.au
What are the different ways to repair concrete cancer? Are there options like polymer-modified repairs or electrochemical treatments besides the traditional method of removing and replacing damaged concrete?
It depends where the concrete cancer or spalling is appearing.
It really depends on where the concrete cancer or spalling is appearing. Cracks can be injected with epoxy for structural issues or polyurethane for waterproofing. It is still better to treat the cause of the issue by re-waterproofing it above the crack.
If the issue is spalling, the most common repair method is to grind out the affected concrete, treat the corroded reinforcement and rebuild using a specific mortar.
Sam Hogg | PASG Projects info@pasg.com.au
As a potential buyer, what information can a strata inspection report provide me about the history of concrete issues in the building?
There might be information in the strata records about the existence of concrete issues.
A strata inspection report is prepared following a search of the records for the strata plan. It is not an inspection of the building itself. The strata records inspector will not have been to the building. Nonetheless, if there are past or current concrete issues in the building, there might be information in the strata records about these issues.
Some examples of the types of information include:
• Comments in meeting minutes or correspondence expressing concern about the deterioration of concrete in the building.
• Decisions by owners shown in meeting minutes to arrange for an expert to inspect the building to assess any concrete issues.
• Engineering or other expert reports prepared following an inspection of the building, setting out the extent of issues discovered.
• Tender of similar documents providing quotes for remediation works.
• Expenditure shown in the financial accounts for the building for consultants or concrete remedial works
In some cases, concrete issues may initially be isolated, and an inspection might be limited to the issues visible. Over time, these issues might become evident in other areas of the building. As a result, past remediation works might not mean the problem is completely solved.
If the records don’t provide a clear, up-todate picture, it’s important that the search agent follows up with the strata manager to find out the status of any current or recent concrete issues.
If you have specific concerns about a particular building, please let the strata inspection business know about your concerns so they can focus on this issue while searching the strata records. If a strata inspection report is already available for the property you are interested in, please contact the business that searched the records to ask about any issues that concern you.
You may believe there are potential concrete issues in the building based on what you have seen during a property inspection. If the strata inspection report doesn’t provide any documents showing issues, it might be worthwhile to have a qualified building inspector visually assess the building.
Michael Ferrier | EYEON Property Inspections michael.ferrier@eyeon.com.au
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Independent Inspections
Sinking Fund Forecast, Insurance Valuations, OHS
P: 1300 857 149
W: http://www.iigi.com.au/ E: admin@iigi.com.au
Solutions in Engineering
Quality Reports On Time, Every Time! P: 1300 136 036
W: https://www.solutionsinengineering.com/ E: enquiry@solutionsinengineering.com
Landlay Consulting Group
A Strata Remedial Consultancy
P: 02 8095 8556
W: https://www.landlay.com.au/ E: admin@landlay.com.au
Leo & Associates Consulting Engineers
Enhancing Structures, Empowering Futures
P: 0452 205 727
W: https://laconsulting.com.au/ E: Leo@laconsulting.com.au
Expert Subsidence Engineer Reports
P: 0403 434 092
W: https://www.facebook.com/forensicengineers1/ E: admin@forensic-engineers.com.au
Ostanes Engineering
We Engineer
P: 0411 631 777
W: https://ostanes-engineering.com/ E: info@ostanes-engineering.com
Rawlinsons
Calculated Confidence
P: 08 9424 5800
W: https://www.rawlinsonswa.com.au/ E: info@rawlinsonswa.com.au
EYEON Property Inspections
Buy and Sell with More Confidence
P: 1300 798 274
W: https://www.eyeon.com.au/ E: info@eyeon.com.au
Strataregister.com Pty Ltd
Find the Strata / CT Manager for your property
P: 0411 483 249
W: https://www.strataregister.com/ E: hello@strataregister.com
Diamond Property Inspections
Property Inspections You Can Trust
P: 1300 368 000
W: https://diamondinspections.com.au/ E: orders@diamondinspections.com.au
Kerin Benson Lawyers Pty Ltd
Specialised Legal Advice for Strata
P: 02 8706 7060
W: https://kerinbensonlawyers.com.au/
E: enquiries@kerinbensonlawyers.com.au
Khoury Lawyers Pty Ltd
Client focused, Results Driven
P: (02) 8005 3086
W: https://khourylawyers.com.au/ E: pierrette@khourylawyers.com.au
Madison Marcus Law Firm
Be Empowered
P: 131 529
W: https://www.madisonmarcus.com.au/ E: strata@madisonmarcus.com.au
Bugden Allen
Australia’s leading strata law experts
P: 02 9199 1055
W: https://www.bagl.com.au/ E: info@bagl.com.au
JS Mueller & Co Lawyers
Specialist ‘Plain English’ NSW Strata Lawyers
W: https://www.muellers.com.au/ E: enquiries@muellers.com.au
Williamson Lawyers
A construction and strata lawyer ready to listen
W: https://www.williamsonlawyers.com.au/ E: shane@williamsonlawyers.com.au
Bannermans Lawyers
High Quality Specialist Legal Services
P: 02 9929 0226
W: https://www.bannermans.com.au/ E: enquiries@bannermans.com.au
Moray & Agnew Lawyers
Legal strategies and solutions for our clients
P: 03 9600 0877
W: https://www.moray.com.au/ E: melbourne@moray.com.au
Grace Lawyers
Know. Act. Resolve.
P: 1300 144 436
W: https://gracelawyers.com.au/ E: enquiries@gracelawyers.com.au
Speirs Ryan
P: 02 9248 3400
W: https://www.speirsryan.com.au/ E: enquiries@speirsryan.com.au
Watson & Watson Lawyers
“when experience matters”…..
P: 02 9221 6011
W: https://www.watsonandwatson.com.au/ E: richard@watsonandwatson.com.au
Groundfloor™
Australian parcel, mail, and refrigerated lockers
P: 03 9982 4462
W: https://groundfloordelivery.com/ E: ask@groundfloordelivery.com
Premium Strata
Diamond-Class strata management agency
P: 02 9281 6440
W: https://www.premiumstrata.com.au/ E: info@premiumstrata.com.au
The Strata Collective
A next generation strata manager. People matter.
P: 02 9879 3547
W: https://www.thestratacollective.com.au/ E: rsmith@thestratacollective.com.au
Bridge Strata P/L
The bridge between you and your corporation
P: 02 6109 7700
W: https://bridgestrata.com.au/wp/ E: jan@bridgestrata.com.au
Bright & Duggan
Strata Professionals
P: 02 9902 7100
W: https://bright-duggan.com.au/ E: customercare@bright-duggan.com.au
Vital Strata
Strata Made Simple
P: 02 9008 1112
W: https://www.vitalstrata.com.au/
E: hello@vitalstrata.com.au
ASM – Australian Strata Management
Helping Strata Communities Thrive
P: 1300 777 276
W: https://asmstrata.com.au/ E: administration@mbcm.com.au
Sky Living Strata
Providing a superior customer experience
P: 02 9299 1100
W: https://www.skylivingstrata.com.au/ E: enquiries@skylivingstrata.com.au
SSKB Strata Managers
A Positive Difference in Strata
P: 07 5504 2000
W: https://sskb.com.au/ E: sskb@sskb.com.au
Townhouse Strata PTY Ltd
Strata Management with a Difference
P: 02 4971 0363
W: https://www.townhousestrata.com.au/ E: alan@townhousestrata.com.au
Strata Central
Boutique Strata Management Services
P: 02 8036 5518
W: https://stratacentral.com.au/ E: enquiries@stratacentral.com.au
Acumen Strata
Tailored Strata Management Solutions
P: 02 7253 5820
W: https://www.acumenstrata.com.au/ E: info@acumenstrata.com.au
Quantum United Management
Creating vibrant and connected communities
P: 61 383 608 800
W: https://www.quantumunited.com.au/ E: info@quantumunited.com.au
STRATA EVOLUTION
Strata Management Done Right
P: 1300 819 677
W: https://strataevolution.com.au/ E: info@strataevolution.com.au
Beaches Strata Pty Ltd
Your Trusted Strata Partner
P: 02 7252 2141
W: https://www.beachesstrata.com.au/ E: hello@beachesstrata.com.au
Centric Strata
Centralised. Excellence. Unmatched Service
P: 1300 017 211
W: https://www.centricstrata.com.au/ E: info@centricstrata.com.au
Strata HQ
Strata made simple
P: 02 9420 2066
W: https://www.stratahq.com.au/ E: daniel@stratahq.com.au
MJ Engineering Projects
Remedial Consultant Engineers
P: 1800 953 935
W: https://mjengineeringprojects.com.au/ E: info@mjengineeringprojects.com.au
Klaar
The Strata Building Specialists
P: 02 8003 4547
W: https://klaar.com.au/ E: build@klaar.com.au
Altec Building
Remedial Building & Waterproofing
P: 02 9744 2039
W: https://www.altecbuilding.com.au/ E: info@altecbuilding.com.au
Building Matters Assist
Project management and general building consulting
P: 0414 946 032
W: https://www.bmassist.net.au/
E: rob@bmassist.net.au
Altogether Group
Power.Water.Data
P: 1300 803 803
W: https://altogethergroup.com.au/home-business/
E: eaustin@altogethergroup.com.au
ENM Solutions
Providing Solutions for Embedded Networks
P: 1300 000 366
W: https://www.enmsolutions.com.au/ E: info@ENMSolutions.com.au
Energy On Pty Ltd
P: 1300 323 263
W: https://www.energyon.com.au/ E: EnergyServices@EnergyOn.com.au
McIntosh Electrical Pty Ltd
Powered by Trust
P: 1300 627 727
W: https://www.mcintoshelectrical.com.au/ E: jenny@mcintoshelectrical.com.au
Linkfire Pty Ltd
Your Essential Safety Partner
P: 1300 669 439
W: http://www.linkfire.com.au/ E: sales@linkfire.com.au
2020 Fire Protection
Experts in Fire Protection for Strata
P: 1300 340 210
W: https://www.2020fireprotection.com.au/ E: service@2020fire.com.au
Fire Safety Constructions
Compliant Specialist since 1999
P: 02 9945 3499
W: http://www.firesafetyconstruction.com.au/ E: info@firesafetyconstructions.com.au
Quantum Fire Protection
We’ve got your fire safety needs covered.
P: 1300 006 005
W: https://www.quantumfire.com.au/ E: service@quantumfire.com.au
Profire
An Honest and Transparent Fire Maintenance Service
P: 02 9948 4494
W: https://www.profireaustralia.com.au/ E: office@profireaustralia.com.au
Humenergy
People, innovation and value sharing
P: 1300 322 622
W: https://www.humenergy.com.au/ E: Info@humenergy.com.au
Fair Water Meters
Retrofit sub-metering specialists
P: 1300 324 701
W: https://fairwatermeters.com.au/ E: info@fairwatermeters.com.au
Stormwater Sydney
Inspection, Repair and Maintenance of drainage assets
P: 1300 741 003
W: https://stormwatersydney.com/ E: admin@stormwatersydney.com
HYDRAULICA Pty Ltd
Specialise in Drain & Pipe Cleaning
W: https://www.hydraulica.com.au/ E: darren@hydraulica.com.au
Mr Washer, Plumber To The Rescue
Over 30 years serving Sydney Strata buildings
P: 02 8583 2360
W: plumbertotherescue.com.au/strata-commercial.html
E: jobs@mrwasher.com.au
Danrae Group
Remedial Waterproofing & Building Specialists
P: 1800 326 723
W: https://www.danraegroup.com.au/ E: enquiries@danrae.com.au
Sydney Waterproofing Services
SWS
P: 1300 94 9191
W: https://www.sydwaterproofingservices.com.au/ E: info@sydwaterproofingservices.com.au
Asset Strata Valuers
Leaders in Strata Property Valuations
P: 1800 679 787
W: https://assetstratavaluers.com.au/ E: workorders@assetstratavaluers.com.au
Adelaide StrataVal
Strata & Community Insurance Valuations
P: 08 7111 2956
W: https://www.strataval.com.au/ E: valuations@strataval.com.au
Ensure Group – Property Valuers
Insurance Valuation Experts
P: 03 9088 2032
W: https://www.ensuregroup.com.au/ E: valuations@ensuregroup.com.au
Sovereign Valuations
Valuation Experts for Strata Insurance & Disputes
P: 1300 710 000
W: https://www.sovereignvaluations.com.au/ E: p.ferrier@sovereignvaluations.com.au
Windowline Pty Ltd
Replacement window and door specialists
P: 02 8304 6400
W: https://windowline.com.au/ E: info@windowline.com.au
ASQB Pty Ltd
Window & Door Repairs + Window Safety Compliance
P: 02 9785 7893
W: https://www.asqb.com.au/ E: service@asqb.com.au
The Window Guy
Don’t choose any guy, choose The Window Guy!
P: 1300 663 664
W: https://www.thewindowguy.com.au/ E: info@thewindowguy.com.au
Clear Edge Frameless Glass
Energy Efficient Balconies for Elevated Living
W: https://www.clearedgeglass.com.au/ E: sales@clearedgeglass.com.au
Tinworth & Co
Chartered Accountant & Strata Auditors
P: 0499 025 069
W: https://www.tinworthaccountants.com.au/ E: caren.chen@tinworth.com
Matthew Faulkner Accountancy
Strata Auditing specialists
P: 0438 116 374
W: https://www.mattfaulkner.accountants/ E: matt@mattfaulkner.accountants
Incite Accountants & Advisors
Provides a service that delivers the outcomes
P: 02 8067 9015
W: https://www.inciteaccountants.com.au/ E: admin@inciteaccountants.com.au
Astute Accounting Service
We Serve You Better
P: 02 8011 4797
W: https://astuteservice.com/ E: contact@astuteservice.com
Strata Solve
Untangling strata problems
P: 0419 805 898
W: https://stratasolve.com.au/ E: chris@stratasolve.com.au
Tender Advisory
Tender Solutions: Consult. Procure. Support.
P: 0435 893 670
W: https://tenderadvisory.com.au/ E: info@tenderadvisory.com.au
Lannock Strata Finance
Simplifying strata funding
P: 1300 851 585
W: https://lannock.com.au/ E: strata@lannock.com.au
StrataLoans
The Experts in Strata Finance
P: 1300 785 045
W: https://www.strata-loans.com/ E: info@strata-loans.com
ABN Lift Consultants
A team of friendly, open minded professionals
P: 0468 659 100
W: https://www.abnlift.com/ E: andrew@abnlift.com
Innovative Lift Consulting Pty Ltd
Australia’s Vertical Transportation Consultants
P: 0417 784 245
W: https://www.ilcpl.com.au/ E: bfulcher@ilcpl.com.au
The Lift Consultancy
Trusted Specialised Advice
P: 07 5509 0100
W: https://theliftc.com/ E: sidb@theliftc.com
Property Recruitment Partners
Recruitment Solutions Tailored for You
P: 02 8313 5591
E: aaron@propertyrecruitmentpartners.com.au
sharonbennie – Property Recruitment
Matching top talent with incredible businesses
P: 0413 381 381
W: https://www.sharonbennie.com.au/ E: sb@sharonbennie.com.au
Tony Isgroves Paint & Decorate
Painting Happiness- With a Seven Year Guarantee
P: 9437 1997
W: https://paintanddecorate.com.au/ E: office@paintanddecorate.com.au
Higgins Coatings Pty Ltd
Specialist painters in the strata industry
W: https://www.higgins.com.au/ E: info@higgins.com.au
CPR Facade Upgrade Specialists
We clean, repair & repaint multi-storey buildings
P: 0493 651 643
W: https://cprfacadeupgrades.com.au/ E: info@facadeupgrades.com.au
3 Colours Painting Services
3 Colours Painting Services
P: 1300 883 635
W: https://3colours.com.au/ E: 3colours@3colours.com.au
Terra Australis Painting Services
Terra Australis Painting Services
P: 0497 545 289
W: https://www.terraaustralispainting.com.au/ E: info@terraaustralispainting.com.au
K2 Rope Access Pty Ltd
Buildings Facade Painting & repairs
P: 0451 182 327
W: https://www.k2ra.com.au/ E: info@k2ra.com.au
Strata Insurance Solutions
Advice You Can Trust
P: 1300 554 165
W: https://www.stratainsurancesolutions.com.au/ E: info@stratainsurancesolutions.com.au
Whitbread Insurance Brokers
Empower Your Vision
P: 1300 424 627
W: https://www.whitbread.com.au/ E: info@whitbread.com.au
CHU Underwriting Agencies Pty Ltd
Specialist Strata Insurance Underwriting Agency
W: https://www.chu.com.au/ E: info@chu.com.au
Strata Community Insurance
Protection for your strata property. And you.
P: 1300 724 678
W: https://www.stratacommunityinsure.com.au
E: myenquiry@scinsure.com.au
Flex Insurance
Your Cover Your Choice
P: 1300 201 021
W: https://www.flexinsurance.com.au/ E: info@flexinsurance.com.au
Driscoll Strata Consulting
Knowledge | Experience | Service
P: 0402 342 034
W: https://driscollstrataconsulting.com.au/ E: enquiries@driscollstrataconsulting.com.au
CRM Brokers
The smart insurance choice
P: 1300 880 494
W: https://www.crmbrokers.com.au/ E: crmstrata@crmbrokers.com.au
Strong Insurance
Fast & efficient strata insurance across Australia
P: 1800 934 099
W: https://www.stronginsurance.com.au/strata-quote
E: admin@stronginsurance.com.au
Body Corporate Brokers
United, Protecting Communities
W: https://bcb.com.au/
E: sarah.johnson@bcb.com.au
Lifestyle Clotheslines
Clothesline and washing line supplier & installer
P: 1300 798 779
W: https://www.lifestyleclotheslines.com.au/ E: admin@lifestyleclotheslines.com.au
Arrow Abseiling Pty Ltd
Window cleaning, repair and maintenance
P: 02 8957 3693
W: https://www.arrowabseiling.com.au/
E: contact@arrowabseiling.com.au
Waste Clear Pty Ltd
Towards a better tomorrow
P: 1300 525 352
W: https://wasteclear.com.au/ E: admin@wasteclear.com.au
Sydney Gutter Cleaning
SGC are a leading team in roof and gutter services
P: 02 8310 6770
W: https://www.sydneyguttercleaning.com.au/
E: info@sydneyguttercleaning.com.au
Pristine Window and Gutter Cleaning
Honesty, integrity and quality!
P: 02 9533 4476
W: https://pristinewindowandguttercleaning.com.au/ E: admin@pwgc.com.au
Project Services
Client-Side Project Management Specialists
P: 02 8542 4293
W: https://valenprojects.com.au/ E: enquiries@valenprojects.com.au
PM Services Australia
Client-side Project Management Services
P: 02 9221 1490
W: https://www.pmservice.com.au/ E: info@pmservice.com.au
Projx PM
Project Managers for Strata remedial projects
P: 0421 274 426
W: https://www.projx.pm/ E: rossl@projx.pm
QUATRIX PTY LTD
Intercoms, Access Control, CCTV, Data, etc.
P: 02 9554 3487
W: https://www.quatrix.com.au/ E: info@quatrix.com.au
Lock, Stock & Barrel Locksmiths Pty Ltd
P: 0411 700 072
W: https://www.lsblocksmiths.com.au/ E: info@lsblocksmiths.com.au
Omega Protection
Protecting You, Your Staff & Your Assets
P: 1300 636 323
W: https://www.omegaprotection.com.au/
E: mark@omegaprotection.com.au
FERST
People First
P: 0419 211 683
W: https://ferst.com.au/
E: gary.cheeseman@ferst.com.au
Install My Antenna
Professional TV Antenna Service For You Today
P: 1300 800 123
W: https://www.installmyantenna.com.au/ E: info@installmyantenna.com.au
Apt Roofing Pty Ltd
Everything Roofing!
P: 02 9666 7373
W: https://www.aptroofing.com.au/ E: admin@aptroofing.com.au
Cross City Roofing Pty Ltd
Always one step ahead
P: 0435 848 688
W: https://www.crosscityroofing.com.au/ E: sydney@crosscityroofing.com.au
LUNA
Building and Facilities Manager
P: 1800 00 LUNA (5862)
W: https://www.luna.management/ E: info@luna.management
BME Group
Re-Defining the Standards of Building & Facilities
P: 02 8283 7531
W: https://bmegroupbuildingmanagement.com.au/ E: lachlan.hunt@bmegroup.com.au
Alliance Management Services
The Dedication & Commitment Your Building Deserves
P: 0466 533 320
W: https://alliancemanagementservices.com.au/ E: info@alliancemanagmentservices.com.au
PowerUp Engineering
Car Stackers, Car Hoists and Turntables
P: 02 9170 0698
W: https://powerupengineering.com.au/ E: info@powerupeng.com.au
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