Waterproofing your home will increase the value of your property and limit inconveniences that may arise from unsightly water damp problems.
When water leaks into a building, not only is it very unpleasant or even a major health risk to the occupants, but it weakens the structure. This can happen not only from leaking roofs and unsealed balconies, but also from rising damp.
As most home owners are not familiar with the specifics of waterproofing, it may be to the home owner's detriment to hire anyone that is not an absolute professional. At Waterproofing Mania we take pride in the fact that we are a cut above the rest when it comes to professional and affordable waterproofing. http://www.waterproofingmania.co.za/services.html
Some things to focus on when consulting with a waterproofing professional include the roof, gutters, balconies, parapet walls, the top of boundary walls and even inside showers. On the roof one should take time to make sure that there are no broken tiles and that all screws and flashing's are sealed. Unsealed parapet walls and balcony floors allow water to gather after a rain storm, which will then seep into the concrete or plaster, which leads to peeling paint and unsightly fungal growth either on the walls or ceiling. Waterproofing applications need be applied to porous grouts to prevent moisture from penetrating the structure. Showers are also very common areas where rising damp problems can prove to be a problem and these areas should be professionally sealed as moisture entering the wall on the shower's side, tends to want to escape through the wall on the other side which can also lead to peeling paint and/or fungal growth in the adjoining rooms.
In many cases, rising damp is caused through a capillary action and many of the damp treatments fail due to the "incorrect" diagnoses - therefore a more extensive injection treatment is prescribed. Contact Waterproofing Mania today for a no obligation quote within 48 hours.
Water Proofing Mania. For all your industrial and home water proofing, insulation installation and general construction needs. Situated in Gauteng South Africa.
Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Waterproofing: The facts
Waterproofing is the term used to describe the process of protecting the exterior of a building or structure from water. Unlike damp proofing, which describes efforts to protect a building against rising, lateral or penetrating damp, waterproofing covers any method used to protect the substrate from the ingress of moisture and damp, usually from above.
Waterproofing covers such areas of the building as roofs (flat and pitched), balconies, patios, parapets, guttering, down pipes, flashing's etc. Any structure designed to channel rainwater away from the substrate is covered by this terminology.
Parapet Walls. The top section of walls bear the most amount of weathering from the sun and rain and, if not properly water proofed, can crack and lead to water ingress. Since moisture will descend under the force of gravity, it follows that plaster on the lower sections of walls will be contaminated and even ceilings and off-leading walls if the source of moisture ingress is not stopped. It is, therefore, a good idea to protect the tops and immediate sides of the walls with some form of waterproofing.
Flashing's/Gulley. All Joints between walls and roofs need to be adequately insulated. Flashing's are a common source of leaks and it is important to ensure that these are properly sealed. Flashing's are normally constructed of metal and should be recessed into the brickwork structure to provide full protection. Leaks need to be repaired promptly to avoid damage to structures and ceilings.
Flat Roof/Balcony/Patio. All three these areas require adequate waterproofing to prevent moisture from penetrating the ceiling beneath or spreading laterally and invading the structure walls. This type of waterproofing is usually covered by the addition of either a screed or tiling. A flat roof must have an adequate “fall” to water outlets (minimum of 2%). The outlets should ideally be 10cm flanged outlets to accommodate heavy rain and prevent the build-up of moisture at the walls.
Waterproofing covers such areas of the building as roofs (flat and pitched), balconies, patios, parapets, guttering, down pipes, flashing's etc. Any structure designed to channel rainwater away from the substrate is covered by this terminology.
Parapet Walls. The top section of walls bear the most amount of weathering from the sun and rain and, if not properly water proofed, can crack and lead to water ingress. Since moisture will descend under the force of gravity, it follows that plaster on the lower sections of walls will be contaminated and even ceilings and off-leading walls if the source of moisture ingress is not stopped. It is, therefore, a good idea to protect the tops and immediate sides of the walls with some form of waterproofing.
Flashing's/Gulley. All Joints between walls and roofs need to be adequately insulated. Flashing's are a common source of leaks and it is important to ensure that these are properly sealed. Flashing's are normally constructed of metal and should be recessed into the brickwork structure to provide full protection. Leaks need to be repaired promptly to avoid damage to structures and ceilings.
Flat Roof/Balcony/Patio. All three these areas require adequate waterproofing to prevent moisture from penetrating the ceiling beneath or spreading laterally and invading the structure walls. This type of waterproofing is usually covered by the addition of either a screed or tiling. A flat roof must have an adequate “fall” to water outlets (minimum of 2%). The outlets should ideally be 10cm flanged outlets to accommodate heavy rain and prevent the build-up of moisture at the walls.
Sunday, 1 May 2011
Water Proofing Mania - For all your water proofing, general construction and insulation installation needs
Waterproofing Mania are specialists in industrial and home water- proofing. We don't just stop there. Waterproof Mania is also equipped to meet any of your general construction needs, from renovations, painting, insulation (keep you cool in summer and warm in winter) With the precision and quality service of the highest quality. We can also arrange architectural plans for your home or business.
Our services include:
* Structural Water-proofing
* Bondcryl application
* Bondflex application
* Cemx/Hypercrete application
* Torch-on methods
* Structural Insulation
* Structural Renovations
* Structural Alterations
* Interior/Exterior Painting
* Roof Spraying
For more information on our waterproofing and or general construction please visit our official website.
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