Waterproofing refers to the protection of property against rain, rising damp and damp forming in arias and on surfaces where water is used for daily hygiene such as showers.
Documents and blogs on this site will aim to cover all aspects of waterproofing as far as it concerns all kinds of property.
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Waterproofing and painting of the tiles on a tile roof is important or they will crack and break easily. Cement tiles tend to deteriorate sooner, as soon as the protective paint wears off, water is absorbed and the tile perish. If the tiles fail and there is no waterproofing on the roof, water will enter the roof and accumulate in the form of moisture (damp). It is when timber will start to rot and mould will grow. When timber rot the roof structure will fail and the roof collapses. Mould, on the other hand, will lead to the occupants to fall ill.
Description of the condition of the property
The protective layer on the tiles of this roof is worn off and the cement filling between the tiles forming the ridge of a roof is separating.
Problem/situation
When the cement filling on the ridge of a roof separates water will enter the roof and the damp inside the roof help with the rotting of timber and the growth of mould.
Possible outcome
This classic situation where roof waterproofing and maintenance is left behind lead to cement filling on the ridge of a roof to separate. Water will enter the roof and damage is inevitable. Together with medical expenses, the consequences will cost the owner a pretty penny.
Suggestion
Best to clean the roof, do roof repairs where necessary and the waterproof and paint with UV resistant paint.
Work to be done
Clean the roof of all dust and debris using a high-power hose. Replace damaged roof tiles and do waterproofing on the roof ridge, flashing and valleys. Seal the roof with quality UV resistant paint.
Waterproofing high roof
Waterproofing high pitch roof
Waterproofing tiles on high pitch roof
Result
A tile roof that is properly waterproofed and painted lends esthetics to the property.
Outcome
The occupants can now rest assured that they are properly protected against the elements. Tremco issued a 5-year guarantee certificate on the material and workmanship.
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Roof maintenance is an ongoing process. The weather deteriorates a property and one needs to keep one's hand on it.
Description
This property was not in a too bad situation. It needed a waterproofing touch and a fresh a layer of paint.
Problem/situation
Waterproofing started to crack and lift up. If the left opening for the rain to enter and deterioration of the roof.
Possible outcome
When water enters a roof the structure will fail and mould will grow. Leaving the situation as it is will cause huge expenses to occur. Mould growing in the roof will have medical consequences. This will have huge financial expenses.
Suggestion
The old defective waterproofing must be removed. Replace with a fresh waterproofing membrane to seal the roof. Paint the roof to protect it.
Decision
The owner agreed for the work to proceed.
Work done
Clean the roof of all dust and lose paint. Remove cracked waterproofing and replace with french waterproofing. Paint the roof with high-quality UV resistant paint.
Waterproofing tile roof
Tile roof waterproofed
Result
After the roof was newly waterproofed and painted the property is now well protected for its occupants.
Outcome
The contractor removed the redundant waterproofing and renewed it. The waterproofed house is a pleasure to stay in now.
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The roof forms a central part of a property. It is important to have it taken good care of or it will deteriorate and fail. Waterproofing is one of these maintenance tasks of a roof if neglected it will cause huge financial expense and you might not be in the position to do so.
Description
Roof structures deteriorate over time and that is a fact. Bugs, eating wood make a feast out of the timber and it is also a possibility that wood will rot. Entering the roof it was found that the roof structure is damaged.
Problem
Because of the weakening of the timber the roof structure is compromised. Tiles are beginning sag, that means that openings between them started to occur. Water is entering the roof with rain and cause unnecessary damage.
Possible outcome
The roof timber will rot as soon as water enters the roof structure and the forming of mould is unavoidable. When left like this it will lead to the replacement of the roof later. Living in the vicinity of mould, on the other hand, has medical consequences. Both of these scenarios will be costly to rectify.
Suggestion to remedy the situation
The roof needs to be opened by removing the tiles where the roof must be worked on. Attaching timber to the affected roof structure will strengthen it. Waterproof and paint the roof.
Decision with customer/owner
There was an agreement reached whereby the suggested repairs could be carried out.
Work is undertaken
Clean the roof surface by removing all dust and debris with a high-pressure hose. Remove roof tiles in order to get to the defective roof structure. Replace defective roof battens and strengthen the defective truss timber. Attach the Harvey tiles to the roof. Waterproof the ridges, valleys, plumbers vents and where each tile joints. Painting with UV resistant paint.
Waterproofing valley
Sail protection
Waterproofing roof tiles
Waterproofing and painting tile roof
Result
Repairs to the roof structure strengthened it and waterproofing as well as a new coat of paint seal the roof. The property now meets its purpose, a shelter against the weather and also looks good.
Outcome
With the much-needed repairs and waterproofing completed the property is well protected against the weather. The occupant can feel safe and enjoy the property.
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Concrete roofs have a tendency to hold water and puddles form when it does not have a proper runoff. When not protected with waterproofing water will enter the concrete slab and mould will form. Newly laid concrete roofs must be waterproofed and the waterproofing maintained. If not looking after, waterproofing systems will crack and lift off the slab. Now, water underneath the waterproofing damages the slab and forms mould.
Description
This concrete roof was left for too long without any proper maintenance. The waterproofing system is failing as a result of the attack of Uv beams. It is cracked and starts to lift from the slab leaving a pocket for water to accumulate. Mould is forming and some interior water damage in the building is apparent. This is as a result of the deterioration of the old waterproofing system.
Old damaged waterproofing
Damaged waterproofing
Removing old waterproofing
Busy removing waterproofing
Old waterproofing removed
Possible outcome
Should the waterproofing not be removed and re-done the reinforcing inside the concrete will start to corrode. This will weaken the roof structure and water seeping thru will cause internal ceiling damage. The growth of mould will cause medical issues with occupants even hospitalised.
Suggestion
The recommendation in this case, as is in all concrete slab roofs, is to remove the damaged waterproofing. Then the area should be cleaned of all dust and debris. A new waterproofing system will only then be able to be installed.
Decision with customer/owner
An agreement was struck with the owner and the green light was given to proceed.
Work commenced
Your step by applying the new waterproofing system is as follows.
Total removal of damaged waterproofing. Removal of dust and debris. The area is cleaned with a high-power hose. Applying a new bonding agent on top of the concrete slab and the new waterproofing system as per the manufacturer's specifications. A coat of paint will seal the waterproofing, protecting it against UV beams.
Sail over the naked area for protection
Removing old waterproofing with new waterproofing attached in the background
Busy applying new waterproofing
Result
After the application of the new waterproofing system, the building is leak-free. Small maintenance needs to be done on the waterproofing every 5 years to ensure that it still serves its purpose.
Waterproofing in progress
Waterproofing process in progress
Application of waterproofing in progress
Waterproofing before painting
Finishing the painting process
Waterproofing painted as the final process
Finished waterproofing and painting
This waterproofing system offers a lifespan of approximately 20 years with a maintenance plan after every 5 years. Tremco offers a 5-year guarantee on all material and workmanship. An extended guarantee every 5 years is issued every 5years with the maintenance plan.
