Body corporate painting is one of the most specialised segments of commercial painting in Perth. Strata complexes, apartment buildings, townhouse developments and mixed-use buildings all require a painting contractor who understands the unique challenges of working within a body corporate structure — coordinating with strata managers, communicating with residents, managing access across multiple tenancies and delivering consistent results across a large building or complex.
Auzz Painting Service works regularly with body corporates and strata managers throughout Perth. Here is everything you need to know about body corporate painting in Perth.
What is Body Corporate Painting?
Body corporate painting refers to painting work carried out on common property in strata-titled buildings and developments. This includes the exterior of the building, common area corridors and lobbies, stairwells, car parks, fencing, balconies and any other areas that form part of the common property rather than individual lots.
Body corporate painting is typically planned and approved by the body corporate or owners corporation committee and managed through a strata manager. The process requires proper specification, competitive tendering, committee approval and careful scheduling to minimise disruption to residents.
Types of Body Corporate Painting Work
Exterior Building Repaints
The most common body corporate painting project is a full exterior repaint of the building. This includes rendered and brick facades, balconies, balustrades, gutters, fascias, window frames and any other external surfaces forming part of the common property. In Perth’s climate, exterior paint on apartment buildings and strata complexes typically needs repainting every 8 to 12 years depending on the surface type, exposure and original coating specification.
Common Area Interior Painting
Interior common areas including entrance lobbies, lift lobbies, corridors, stairwells and car parks form part of the common property and fall under body corporate responsibility. These areas receive high foot traffic and require durable, washable interior coatings that maintain their appearance over time. Car parks typically require specialist floor coatings and line marking.
Balcony and Balustrade Painting
Balconies and balustrades on apartment buildings require specialist preparation and coatings due to their exposure to weather and UV. Rendered balcony soffits, concrete balcony floors, metal balustrades and timber balustrades all require different preparation and coating approaches. Rusting metal balustrades in particular need rust treatment and zinc-rich primers before topcoating to prevent further corrosion.
Car Park Coatings and Line Marking
Underground and surface car parks in strata complexes require durable floor coatings that withstand vehicle traffic, oil and chemical spills. Line marking defines parking bays, traffic routes, pedestrian areas and restricted zones. Both floor coatings and line marking need periodic renewal as part of the body corporate maintenance program.
Pool Surrounds and Recreation Areas
Pool surrounds, barbecue areas, gymnasium walls and other recreation area surfaces forming part of the common property fall under body corporate responsibility. These areas require coatings suited to wet environments and high-traffic conditions.
How Body Corporate Painting Projects Work
Step 1 — Specification and Tendering
Body corporate painting projects typically begin with a specification of the work required, prepared by the strata manager or a building consultant. Painting contractors are then invited to tender against the specification. It is important that all tenderers quote against the same specification so that tenders can be compared on a like-for-like basis.
Step 2 — Committee Approval
Once tenders are received, the strata manager presents them to the body corporate committee for approval. Larger projects may require a general meeting vote. The approved contractor is then engaged and a contract or formal letter of engagement is issued.
Step 3 — Resident Communication
Before work commences, residents are notified of the painting schedule, access requirements, any areas that will be unavailable during the works, and any requirements of residents such as moving vehicles or clearing balconies. Good communication before and during the project is essential for a smooth body corporate painting project.
Step 4 — Works Program
Body corporate painting is typically carried out in stages to minimise disruption. Exterior work is usually scheduled during business hours. Interior corridor and stairwell painting may need to be staged to ensure access is maintained at all times. The contractor manages access coordination with the strata manager throughout the project.
Step 5 — Defects Period
After completion, a defects period allows the body corporate to identify and report any defects in the paintwork. A professional painting contractor will attend to any legitimate defects promptly and at no additional cost.
Why Body Corporate Painting Requires Experience
Body corporate painting is more complex than standard residential or commercial painting. It requires experience managing multiple stakeholders including strata managers, committee members and residents, the ability to work around occupied buildings without disrupting residents, knowledge of the specific coating requirements for different building elements, comprehensive public liability and workers compensation insurance, and the capacity to manage larger projects with multiple painters working simultaneously.
Body Corporate Painters Perth — Areas We Service
Auzz Painting Service provides body corporate and strata painting throughout the Perth metropolitan area including apartment buildings and strata complexes in the CBD, inner suburbs, coastal suburbs and northern and southern corridors. We work with strata managers, body corporate committees and building managers across Perth.
Professional Body Corporate Painting in Perth
Auzz Painting Service is fully insured and experienced in body corporate and strata painting throughout Perth. We understand the strata painting process, work professionally with strata managers and residents, and deliver consistent, high-quality results across the full scope of common property painting works.
With over 20 years of experience and 140+ five-star Google reviews, we are one of Perth’s most trusted painting contractors. Call 0474 157 273 or fill in our contact form to discuss your body corporate painting project.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Perth’s climate, exterior paint on apartment buildings and strata complexes typically needs repainting every 8 to 12 years depending on the surface type, sun exposure and original coating specification. Interior common areas like corridors and stairwells may need repainting every 5 to 8 years depending on foot traffic and wear. A professional painting contractor can assess the current condition and advise on timing.
Body corporate painting costs vary significantly depending on the size of the building, the scope of work, the surface types and the access requirements. A small strata complex of 4 to 6 units may cost $8,000 to $20,000 for a full exterior repaint. A larger apartment complex will cost significantly more. We provide free on-site assessments and detailed itemised quotes for all body corporate painting projects. Call 0474 157 273 to arrange a site visit.
Yes. Most body corporate painting is carried out in occupied buildings. We work in stages to maintain access to common areas at all times, communicate with residents in advance about the schedule, use low-odour coatings where practical and minimise disruption throughout the project. We work with the strata manager to ensure residents are kept informed throughout.
Yes. We work regularly with strata managers and body corporate committees throughout Perth. We understand the strata painting process including specification, tendering, committee approval and works management. We carry comprehensive public liability and workers compensation insurance and can provide all documentation required by strata managers. Call 0474 157 273 to discuss your strata painting project.
Yes. We provide free on-site assessments and detailed itemised quotes for all body corporate and strata painting projects throughout Perth. Call 0474 157 273 or fill in our contact form to arrange a site visit and quote.