Renovations in Parow for Older Homes, Flats and Shopfronts
Parow grew up along Voortrekker Road, and much of it was built between the 1930s and 1960s. In Parow Valley, Parow North and Parow East, those years show in cracked parapets, tired lean-to roofs, damp walls and ceilings that have dropped. Older blocks of flats and the retail strip have their own wear and tear. Renovations in Parow therefore often begin with a frank look at what needs repairing first.
We offer repairs and renovations for homes, flats and small commercial buildings, and we are clear about what falls inside our scope and what needs a specialist. Being upfront about that protects your budget and makes sure the right professional deals with each part of the problem.
Building repairs before renovations in Parow
Many people looking for structural repairs in Parow are actually dealing with cracked plaster, failing parapet walls, damaged ceilings or old leaks. We handle that kind of work: re-plastering, rebuilding and capping parapets, replacing ceilings, re-tiling, and tracing hidden leaks with our partner Core Plumbing and Leak Detection. Where cracks suggest the foundations or structure are moving, we will say so and recommend an engineer’s assessment first. Once you have their report, we can carry out the building work to their specification.
- Plaster and crack repairs
- Parapet and boundary wall repairs
- Ceiling replacement and new cornices
- Leak detection and maintenance plumbing
- Fascia, gutter and glazing replacement
Updating houses, flats and shops
With repairs done, older Parow homes are ready for proper upgrades. We design new kitchens and bathrooms in 3D, using Kitch Me Up for the cupboards and Core Services for pipes, gas and wiring, all signed off with the right certificates. For older blocks of flats, we work with body corporates and managing agents, and our NAMA registration helps when contractors are being vetted. Shops along Voortrekker Road can use us for tenant installations, alterations and shopfitting between tenants. Near Tygerberg Hospital there is steady demand for rental rooms and flats, and landlords there usually want durable bathrooms and kitchens that need little maintenance between occupants.
How we work
A consultant inspects the building and explains which issues are cosmetic and which need attention urgently, so your budget goes where it counts. The owners of NPC oversee each project directly, and our workers are covered through BIBC and FEM registration. Lean-to roofs and parapets on these older houses are often where water gets in, so we check them carefully during the inspection. Read more about our full range of renovation work. Where damp is behind the damage, our waterproofing contractors in Parow can deal with it, and when the walls are sound again, our team for painting in Parow can finish the job.
Worried about cracks, damp or a dated kitchen in Parow? Ring 021 981 0864 and we will inspect the property and talk you through the options.
KITCH ME UP
Through our partnership with Kitch Me Up, a respected kitchen design and renovation company, we have completed a variety of exquisite, streamlined residential and commercial projects.
- Designer Kitchen Cupboards
- Bedroom Cupboards
- Bathroom Vanities
- Studies and Office Furniture
- Shop fitting
CORE SERVICES
Core Services is the holding company of Core Plumbing & Leak Detection, Core Gas and Core Electrical. These companies are able to cover all our clients’ needs with respect to gas and electrical installations and plumbing.
- Leak detections
- Maintenance plumbing
- Gas geysers
- Gas hobs and stoves
- Single / 3-phase installations
- Inspections and Certificates of Compliance
RELATED SERVICES
Residential
Painting
Commercial Painting
Roof & Airless Spray Painting
Damp & Waterproofing
Roofing & Roof Repairs
HOW IT WORKS
After a prospective client contacts NPC, we will set up an appointment with one of our consultants at a time that is convenient to the client.
The consultant will come out to your premises to conduct a thorough site inspection. This will also give you the opportunity to discuss any pertinent details with him.
A personalised specification and quotation will be drawn up and submitted to the client for their approval. All the specifications will be based on the relevant supplier requirements.
For large projects, we can request the client’s preferred paint supplier to compile a comprehensive specification.
Upon acceptance of the quotation, a proforma invoice will be sent to the client. Among various other details, it will indicate the deposit required before the project start date can be confirmed.
Did You Know?
We can bring our own non-potable water
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can you fix cracked walls and parapets on my Parow house?
Yes. We repair cracked plaster, rebuild or cap failing parapets and replace damaged ceilings, which are common problems in Parow’s older homes. If an inspection shows cracks that point to structural movement, we will recommend an engineer’s assessment first. That way the underlying problem is understood and repairs are done in the right order.
Do you handle renovations for older blocks of flats in Parow?
We do. We work with trustees and managing agents on common-area repairs, unit renovations and upgrades to bathrooms and kitchens. We agree working hours, access and noise limits with the body corporate before starting. Our NAMA registration and BIBC and FEM membership give managing agents the assurance they look for when appointing a contractor.
Can you refit a shop on Voortrekker Road in Parow?
Yes. We do tenant installations, alterations and shopfitting for retail premises, including partitions, ceilings, tiling, lighting and electrical changes. Kitch Me Up handles counters and joinery, and Core Electrical issues a Certificate of Compliance for new electrical work. We work to your opening date and can phase the project if trading needs to continue.
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