Rothesay Terrace

Client

The co-proprietors
On behalf of:DM Hall

Address

10-16 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh

Value

Undisclosed

Introduction

In January 2018, Restorex were appointed to carry out extensive repairs and refurbishment of the external fabrics of 5 class B buildings, involving slating, architectural lead work, Zinc, built up flat roofing masonry, and decoration.

Objectives

To work with the design team, in successfully repairing and restoring the external fabric of 5 class B listed buildings. It was important to carry out the full restoration process, within budget and time constraints, whilst recognising the need for minimal disruption to the residents, who were occupying of the property, throughout the works.

Description

The designing, erecting and dismantling of elevation and chimney scaffolding, allowing access to carry out the following works.

  • Elevation stone replacement, both structural and aesthetic
  • Rebuilding of 22 chimneys in natural stone
  • Joinery repair and renewal
  • Re-decoration of windows
  • Full replacement of roof coverings, Including Slate and zinc
  • Stripping and replacement of architectural lead work

    Conclusion

    This project involved working on a multi owned / occupied residences involving 36 individual properties. With a 37 week program    spanning most of the winter months, together with wholesale roof covering renewal and 22 chimney renewals, This was always going to be a challenging project. Storms Ali and Diana were thrown in for good measure. We were pleased that despite experiencing                exceptionally poor weather. The project only extended by 4 weeks. A hearty thanks to the positive involvement of the client steering group, whose assistance was instrumental in the successful completion of the works.

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    Head Office

    34 Russell Road, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH11 2LP

    P.0131 337 2228  | E. Edinburgh@restorexltd.co.uk

    Reg. in Scotland no: SC399675 | VAT registration number: GB 119072820