Melbourne Protective Coatings completed a specialised waterproofing roofing membrane project at Howmans Gap Alpine Centre in Falls Creek for YMCA Victoria.
Located in the ski mountains of rural Victoria near the top of Falls Creek, this remote facility required urgent roofing works to address leaks and ageing metal sheeting.
The objective was to restore and protect the roof using a waterproofing roofing membrane system rather than proceeding with full roof replacement.
The metal roof had developed active leaks, and sections of the sheeting were beginning to age and rust. Due to its elevated Falls Creek location, access and logistics added significant cost pressures.
YMCA Victoria had received a re-roofing quote close to half a million dollars - more than triple the cost of a restoration system. If left untreated for several more seasons, replacement would have been the only viable option.
The challenge was to deliver a durable waterproofing roofing membrane solution that could stop leaks, address corrosion, and protect the roof without requiring full replacement.
Melbourne Protective Coatings implemented a proven anti-corrosion waterproofing roofing membrane system tailored to the Falls Creek site.
Rather than replacing the roof, we restored the existing metal surface using a system designed to seal leaks and encapsulate rust, providing long-term protection at a fraction of the replacement cost.
Removal of old obsolete solar system
Initial cleaning of all roof surfaces
Re-tensioning and fastening of loose screws and roof sheets where required
Installation of edge protection across the entire roof
Application of first full coat of Noxyde Anti-Corrosion Waterproofing Membrane
Advanced specialised tape application where required
StormShield Essentials waterproofing measures across the entire roof
Application of second full coat of Noxyde Anti-Corrosion Waterproofing Membrane
The following paints, specialty tools, and site safety systems were utilised during the Falls Creek waterproofing roofing membrane project for YMCA Victoria:
Installed across the entire roof area as part of the project’s safety setup.
Used during the initial cleaning phase prior to coating application.
Used to apply the Noxyde Anti-Corrosion Waterproofing Membrane.
Noxyde is a high-build elastomeric membrane designed for long-term corrosion resistance, waterproofing, and rust stabilisation on metal roofs.
Its direct-to-rust adhesion, 200% flexibility, and ability to seal small cracks make it ideal for aging commercial roofs where replacement would be costly or disruptive.
The seamless membrane forms a durable protective barrier that stops ongoing corrosion, prevents leaks, and extends the overall service life of the roof.
The completed waterproofing roofing membrane system successfully addressed leaks and ageing metal sheeting at the Howmans Gap Alpine Centre in Falls Creek.
By choosing restoration over replacement, YMCA Victoria avoided a re-roofing cost and saved over $300,000 dollars when compared to replacement while securing a professionally installed waterproofing roofing membrane solution designed to extend the life of the existing roof.
The Falls Creek facility is now sealed, protected, and safeguarded against further deterioration, delivered efficiently despite the challenges of its remote mountain location.
Before approving a full roof replacement, consider whether a waterproofing roofing membrane system could extend your roof’s service life at a fraction of the cost.
If you’d like an honest assessment of your facility, contact us to discuss your options.
