If a building allows water to seep inside its walls, that water can cause mold and structural damage, both of which are harmful to those in or near the building. When a building is built, it is usually structured in a way that prevents water from getting inside. This kind of work is called waterproofing. Some buildings from decades ago may not have had proper waterproofing done when they were built. Even if they did, the waterproofing elements can become compromised and be less effective over time, especially if the materials or techniques used are outdated and generally less effective, as is the case in some older buildings.
It’s a good idea to have your building’s waterproofing inspected about once a year. You may not realize that the waterproofing materials and set up isn’t working as well as it used to until enough water seeps in that you notice a leak. At this point, significant damage may already have been done. Not only will this damage be more difficult to fix, but it will also be quite costly. By staying on top of your building’s waterproofing, you can repair any weak areas immediately and prevent more serious issues.
The team at Skyrise Restoration Group will inspect your building for you and make any repairs necessary to effectively keep water out of the walls and basement of your building.
If your building does not have waterproofing in place, or the waterproofing setup needs to be repaired, our expert team will use the latest technology to get the job done right. Our professionals are trained in the most advanced approaches to waterproofing and only use the highest quality materials. We aim for our waterproofing work to last many years, so you don’t have to worry further about water damage to your building coming from the outside.
Waterproofing your building can be extensive work, involving digging down to the footer drains and making sure they successfully aim water away from the building. If they don’t, they will need to be reangled, and our team will add a waterproof barrier along the wall to the building’s foundation, followed by a layer of gravel. This guides rainwater and melting snow into the footer pipe, where it then travels in the opposite direction of your building.
If waterproofing is done correctly, it should not need to ever be redone for the life of the building. That said, the waterproofed area or footer drains may occasionally need to be repaired, which is why the once a year inspections are so important. You don’t want to wait until the problem makes itself known to you–that’s usually a sign the damage is greater than you think.
The professionals at Skyrise Restoration Group understand the important role waterproofing plays in the safety of your building, and your building’s safety is our priority.
We understand the important role waterproofing plays in the safety of your building, and your building’s safety is our priority.
When you need waterproofing work done, or you would like us to inspect your building’s waterproofing system, our experts will work thoroughly to ensure your building remains safe, dry, and structurally sound, ready to face anything the weather throws its way.
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