6 Newton St, Edinburgh

Client

Dunedin Canmore Housing

On behalf of:Peter Graham & Partners

Address

Value

£130,000

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Introduction

After Submitting a competitive tender, Restrorex were appointed as principal contractors to carry out the billed works package.

Objectives

To fully restore the external fabric of this large class c listed building. It was important to carry out the full restoration process, within budget and time constraints, whilst recognising the need for minimal disruption to the sitting tenants & close neighbouring business .

Description

The designing, erecting and dismantling of significant areas of scaffolding, allowing access to carry out the following works

Retention and repair of existing windows
Joinery repair and renewal to roofs
Extensive renewal of decorative and structural masonry
Overhauling off roof coverings
Stripping and replacement of architectural lead work
Timber repairs to windows and roofs
Repair and re-decoration to rainwater goods

Conclusion

It was a challenge to maintain tenants in residence whilst significant structural works were carried out. This was successfully achieved. Also, allowing a major restoration to progress whilst the store has been in use for the full duration of the project.

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