Body Corporate Roof Repairs: Who Is Responsible for What?
Living in a strata complex on the Sunshine Coast offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, but our local climate presents unique challenges for property upkeep. Between intense summer downpours, coastal salt spray, and severe seasonal storms, roofs on the Coast take a beating. When water marks appear on a ceiling or tiles shift after a storm, owners are often left asking: Is this my responsibility, or does the body corporate have to fix it? Under Queensland body corporate l
Roof Access and Safety: What Homeowners Should Know
Checking a leaking roof or clearing blocked gutters can seem straightforward, but roof access carries serious risks. On the Sunshine Coast, heavy rain, strong sun, coastal corrosion and slippery growth can make roofs and ladders particularly hazardous. The safest approach is to inspect from the ground and leave roof access to suitably trained professionals. Why Roof Access Requires Care A roof does not need to be steep or high to cause a serious fall. Wet tiles, lo