The challenge
“We thought we had a water problem down one wall. We soon found out it was a lot more serious.” - St Paul’s Anglican Church
The Auckland church was facing water damage masked by ageing cladding. What began as a routine reclad quickly escalated. Left unresolved, the issues threatened the long-term integrity of the building.
Exposing the problem
As Platinum Pacific Group (PPG) removed the cladding, extensive rot and structural failings became clear. Some framing was missing or improperly anchored; in places, framing was resting on foundations. The discovery required a full reassessment of the building’s condition and the scope of work.
The search for a solution
With a project that now spanned engineering, heritage considerations, Council approvals and oversight from the Anglican Diocese, the parish needed a builder that could manage complexity with sensitivity and skill. A hands-on partner who could work with stakeholders and keep the church committees informed and supported.