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Heritage Restoration · Conservation · Remediation

Specialist heritage restoration for Western Australian government, council, and conservation-sensitive projects.

Western Heritage delivers masonry repair, lime plastering, brickwork, stone restoration, repointing, salt damp remediation, and conservation works for heritage buildings across Western Australia.

30+ years heritage restoration experience
Lime-based compatible materials
WA-based team, statewide capability
Government & council project support
Procurement · Compliance · Craft

Built for restoration projects where compliance, documentation and craftsmanship matter.

Western Heritage supports councils, builders, architects, heritage consultants, strata managers and public institutions where restoration work must respect the original building fabric while meeting modern project, access and documentation requirements.

Project teams

Procurement-ready support

Western Heritage can support project teams with scope clarification, methodology notes, material compatibility guidance and capability documentation where required.

  • 01 Heritage-sensitive repair methods Method
  • 02 Lime-based and compatible materials Material
  • 03 Clear communication with builders, councils and consultants Stakeholders
  • 04 Suitable for staged, occupied and public-facing works Site
  • 05 Documentation aligned with council, tender and handover requirements Docs
Our Position

Restoration is not just repair. It is controlled intervention.

Heritage buildings cannot be treated like modern structures. The wrong render, mortar, coating or repair method can trap moisture, damage original materials and accelerate deterioration.

Western Heritage combines traditional trade knowledge with modern building diagnostics to repair masonry, plaster, stone and heritage façades without erasing the character of the structure.

Old Busselton Prison heritage masonry — repointed limestone walls under raking light
Repointed limestone · lime mortar · raking light
01 · Fabric

Preserve the original fabric.

We repair and stabilise existing materials wherever possible, using methods that respect the age, breathability and construction of the building.

02 · Diagnosis

Resolve the underlying cause.

Cracking, salt damp, failed pointing and surface decay are treated as symptoms. We identify the cause before recommending the repair method.

03 · Delivery

Deliver for regulated projects.

Our team understands the need for careful planning, consistent workmanship, communication and documentation on council, government and heritage-sensitive sites.

The goal is not to make an old building look new. The goal is to protect what makes it significant.
Capability · Services

Full-scope heritage restoration and remediation services.

From detailed façade repairs to complex salt damp remediation, Western Heritage provides the specialist trades required to restore, stabilise and protect heritage buildings across Western Australia.

S/01

Heritage plastering & rendering

Lime plaster, traditional render repairs, mouldings, façade finishes and breathable restoration systems for heritage buildings.

Typical scope Façade render repairs · internal plaster restoration · moulding repair · breathable finishes
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S/02

Stonemasonry & brickwork

Stone repair, brick replacement, masonry stabilisation, stitching, rebuilding and conservation-focused masonry repairs.

Typical scope Stone repairs · brick replacement · masonry stabilisation · rebuilding · conservation repairs
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S/03

Repointing & tuckpointing

Traditional repointing, tuckpointing, mortar matching, joint repairs and façade detail restoration using compatible materials.

Typical scope Mortar matching · joint repairs · tuckpointing · repointing · façade detail
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S/04

Crack stitching & structural masonry repairs

Targeted repairs for cracked masonry, failed lintels, movement damage and structural defects in heritage walls.

Typical scope Crack stitching · lintel repairs · movement damage · wall stabilisation
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S/05

Salt damp & moisture remediation

Diagnosis and remediation of rising damp, salt attack, moisture movement, damaged render and deteriorating masonry.

Typical scope Salt damp diagnosis · render removal · moisture-aware repair · breathable replacement systems
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S/06

Masonry cleaning & coating removal

Careful removal of paint, coatings, surface contamination and inappropriate finishes without damaging the original substrate.

Typical scope Coating removal · masonry cleaning · surface preparation · substrate-sensitive methods
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Selected Works

Restoration work across Western Australia’s heritage buildings.

A selection of heritage masonry, plastering, façade and conservation works completed across Western Australia.

Fremantle Prison heritage masonry restoration — repointed limestone walls and façade detailing
PRJ / 01 · 2024 · Fremantle · State Register

Fremantle Prison heritage masonry restoration

Stone wall reconstruction, repointing and render repair works carried out with compatible materials and heritage-sensitive detailing to stabilise the masonry, restore damaged sections and preserve the prison’s original fabric.

  • Asset typeState Register heritage building
  • ScopeFaçade · 480m²
  • DeliveryHeritage consultant engaged
  • StatusCompleted 2024
Outcome Stabilised masonry, restored façade detail and breathable repair system.
Government House heritage façade and brickwork restoration — Perth, Western Australia
PRJ / 02 · 2023 · Perth · Local Government Asset

Government House

Heritage renovation works including brick repair, repointing, render repair and moulding restoration, delivered with compatible materials and careful detailing to preserve the building’s original character and long-term fabric integrity.

  • Client typeWA local government
  • ScopeStaged · occupied site
  • StatusCompleted 2023
Outcome Completed staged façade remediation while supporting occupied, public-facing site conditions.
Barrack's Arch brick repair and repointing — heritage masonry conservation, Perth WA
PRJ / 03 · 2022 · WA · Local Heritage Survey

Barrack’s Arch brick repair & repointing

Localised brick repair and compatible repointing works to stabilise deteriorated masonry joints while preserving the original heritage character of Barrack’s Arch.

  • Client typeInstitutional
  • ScopeBrickwork · repointing
  • StatusCompleted 2022
Outcome Stabilised joints and preserved the arch’s original masonry character using compatible mortars.

Full project schedule, referees and client permissions provided on request to procurement teams.

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Public · Civic · Institutional

Experienced on public, civic and heritage-sensitive projects.

Western Heritage works with project stakeholders who need more than a contractor. Councils, builders, architects and conservation teams require a restoration partner who can communicate clearly, protect the heritage value of the asset and deliver work to a standard that holds up under public and professional scrutiny.

Western Heritage Capability Statement

Prepared for council, government and head-contractor procurement teams.

PDF Updated April 2026 · 12 pages

Includes

  • Company overview & insurances
  • Service scope & trade capability
  • Selected project examples
  • Materials & conservation methodology
  • Tender support & documentation
  • WA service area & project delivery capability
  • Conservation-sensitive methodology

Full project schedule, referees and client permissions can be provided on request where appropriate.

Method · 04 Stages

A controlled process from inspection to completion.

A consistent methodology applied across every project, from a single façade repair to staged, multi-trade restoration on occupied public buildings.

01
Stage 01 · Assess

Assess the building and project requirements

We review the condition of the building, the original materials, visible deterioration, access constraints and project requirements before recommending a repair method.

02
Stage 02 · Specify

Specify the correct restoration approach

We select compatible materials and repair techniques based on substrate, heritage value, moisture behaviour and long-term performance required.

03
Stage 03 · Coordinate

Coordinate the works on site

Our team works with builders, consultants, councils and project managers to deliver the restoration works safely, cleanly and with minimal disruption.

04
Stage 04 · Document

Document and protect the outcome

Where required, we support the handover with clear scope records, maintenance guidance and practical recommendations for protecting the restored asset.

This process helps reduce guesswork, protect original fabric and give project teams clearer control over scope, method and outcome.
Materials · Conservation

Compatible materials. Long-term conservation outcomes.

Heritage buildings need breathable, compatible repair systems. Modern cement-rich renders, hard mortars, sealed coatings and poor repair methods can trap moisture and damage older masonry.

Western Heritage uses conservation-appropriate materials and techniques selected to work with the original structure, not against it.

M / 01 · Lime systems

Lime-based systems

Breathable lime mortars, renders and plasters suited to heritage masonry, selected for compatibility with original substrates.

M / 02 · Matching

Mortar and finish matching

Careful matching of colour, texture, joint profile and finish for authentic restoration that reads correctly with the original fabric.

M / 03 · Moisture

Moisture-aware repairs

Repair methods selected with salt damp, rising damp, evaporation and substrate condition in mind, addressing the cause, not the symptom.

Principle

Why compatibility matters

In heritage work, stronger is not always better. A hard modern repair can damage softer original masonry by trapping moisture or forcing movement into older materials.

Sectors Served

Supporting the teams responsible for Western Australia’s built heritage.

Project structures, procurement requirements and stakeholder expectations differ by sector. Western Heritage adapts its delivery approach to the team responsible for the asset.

01
Sector 01 · Public

Councils & local government

Restoration and remediation support for civic buildings, public assets and properties listed on the State Register or Local Heritage Survey.

Support includes Public-facing works · staged access · documentation · heritage-sensitive repair methods
02
Sector 02 · Construction

Builders & head contractors

Specialist heritage subcontract trade, façade scopes, masonry remediation, lime render and conservation packages on staged builds.

Support includes Trade packages · coordination · scope delivery · site communication
03
Sector 03 · Design

Architects & heritage consultants

Restoration delivery aligned with conservation management plans, schedules of conservation works and project specifications.

Support includes Methodology alignment · material compatibility · specification support
04
Sector 04 · Asset

Property owners & strata managers

Repair and maintenance for heritage buildings, older masonry properties and significant façades, including church and institutional assets.

Support includes Condition review · repair planning · staged maintenance · moisture remediation
Why Western Heritage

Why project teams choose Western Heritage.

Four operating principles shape how Western Heritage approaches every restoration brief, from a single repointing scope to staged, multi-trade conservation works.

01 · Trades

Specialist heritage trades

Our team understands the behaviour of older masonry, lime-based materials, traditional finishes and conservation-sensitive repair methods.

Risk reduced Incompatible repair methods.
02 · Site

Built for complex sites

We support projects involving access constraints, public-facing buildings, staged works, occupied sites and coordination with multiple stakeholders.

Risk reduced Poor site coordination.
03 · Fabric

Respect for original fabric

Our goal is not to cover up damage. It is to repair, stabilise and preserve the building’s character while improving long-term durability.

Risk reduced Loss of heritage value.
04 · Communication

Clear project communication

We help builders, councils, consultants and owners understand the recommended works, materials and expected outcomes before the job begins.

Risk reduced Stakeholder misalignment.
Good heritage work is not only about workmanship. It is about reducing the risk of the wrong intervention.
Start the Conversation

Planning a heritage restoration, remediation or conservation-sensitive project?

Western Heritage can review the project context, building fabric, access conditions and required scope before recommending the right restoration approach.

For public, civic, institutional and conservation-sensitive projects across Western Australia.

  • WA-based
  • Government & council project support
  • Lime-compatible methods
  • 30+ years experience