Providence Apartments, Kings Beach

Higgins Coatings - Coastal Remediation and Repaint  

Project Overview

Sitting in a prime seaside location, the complex endures constant exposure to salt air and shifting weather conditions. Over time, this led to visible deterioration in several high exposure areas.

 

Challenges

Our Sunshine Coast team knew the building well, having first repainted it more than ten years ago and delivering ongoing maintenance ever since. This project, however, required a more detailed and specialised scope.
 
Water ingress had caused hydrostatic blistering across parts of the facade - an issue that needed thorough remediation to prevent future coating breakdown.
 
Access added another layer of complexity. Neighbouring buildings restricted movement around the site, and the height and design of the facade meant that conventional access systems simply weren’t suitable.
 
 

Our Solution

Understanding the unique needs of the building and its residents was key to shaping the right solution.
 
Higgins delivered a tailored remediation and repaint strategy. designed not just to improve appearance, but to safeguard the building for the long term.
 
Our team carried out full facade cleaning, detailed surface preparation, render and soffit repairs, and the removal of blistered coatings. A durable two-pack epoxy system was applied to affected areas to ensure they could better withstand its coastal environment.
 
To minimise disruption, we utilised our full-time abseil maintenance and painting crews. This allowed us to navigate tight spaces safely while maintaining a consistent workflow. Regular communication with the committee ensured transparency and smooth progress throughout the five week schedule.
 
 
 

Results and Impact

The exterior of Providence Apartments transformed from weathered and compromised to fresh, resilient, and cohesive. The high-quality finish not only elevated the building’s appearance but also delivered the protective durability needed in a harsh coastal setting.

The committee were delighted with the workmanship and professionalism of our Sunshine Coast team, and reappointed Higgins once again as their painting maintenance provider – continuing a relationship that spans over a decade.

 

What our customer had to say

“Higgins management inspected the building on several occasions to scope the job first-hand, addressing any areas needing special attention. Throughout the works, equipment storage was kept tidy, crews were punctual, respectful, and maintained excellent communication with residents. Attention to detail from washing the building to the final painting was outstanding, and residents were very impressed with the team’s work ethic and the end result. Higgins is an experienced and well-oiled outfit and can certainly be recommended.”

- Don Wilkie Committee Chairperson

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