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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Tile roofs need to be taken care of and maintenance on them are an ongoing task, whether they are hi-pitch or low pitch roofs. The sun heats up the roof and that not only contribute to the deterioration thereof but after a while leave openings for water to penetrate. Where there is damp, mould will form and that leads to medical issues.
Description
This low pitch tile roof repair needs some patch up. With rain, water started to seep into the roof
Problem/situation
Waterproofing must be patched up and replaced at some places. The frequently maintained property was dew for a makeover. A coat of fresh paint will seal it off and it will be good for another 5 years.
Possible outcome
It is best to keep to a well-organised maintenance plan. It will ensure that one does not run into any problems, no surprises to catch you off guard.
Suggestion
Although it is highly recommended to stick to the maintenance schedule here we have to renew all waterproofing membranes and paint all surfaces.
Work was done
The roof needs to be cleaned with a high-pressure hose before any work can commence. Defects not previously seen will be exposed now. All dust and debris will be removed from the surface. Remove any cracked or loose membrane and the surfaces can then be waterproofed again. Waterproofing of valleys, flashing and plumbers vents must be done thoroughly. A fresh layer of quality UV resistant paint will protect the waterproofing and the rest of the roof alike.
Roof repairs tile roof
Roof repairs
Waterproofing tile roof
Waterproofing on a tile roof
Painted tile roof
Roof repairs, waterproofing and painting tile roof
Result
With all flashing, plumbers' vents and valleys waterproofed with a membrane, damp forming inside the roof was restricted. The new paint not only protects the roof but adds to the aesthetics of the property.
Outcome
This well-executed maintenance contract ensures that the occupants are safe against the weather.
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Damp walls have to do with water that enters the wall underneath paintwork. The only way that this will happen is when the paint fails to protect the wall. Small cracks form on the paint surface when attacked by UV rays. Normally when painting that was not suited for UV attack is painted on an external wall or damp gets to the inside of a wall from the outside.
Description of the condition of the property
The property has a lot of paint flaking going on. this most properly because of the use of unfit paint or was left for too long before replacement.
Problem/situation
The sun's UV rays caused the paint to perish. This is what happens when cheaper or unsalted paint is used. Cracks form on the surface and water seeps in.
Possible outcome
Not attending to the problem one finds that water will enter and damage the wall to the extent that plastering is compromised. Cracks let water in and the plaster will separate and mould will start growing. This has not only the effect that replacing the plaster is expensive but it also has health consequences.
Suggestion
All loose paint needs to be scraped from the wall. Sanding down the service or using a wire brush to smooth down the surface. Fill all cracks and sand it down again. Apply damp proofing and finish off with a decent coat of paint.
Decision with customer/owner
After a lengthy discussion with the owner, the green light was given. Work could commence.
Work done
Because there is no damage to plastering we must scrape all paint from the wall. Sand it down or use a wire brush to speed up the process. A ruff surface is needed to apply damp proofing but before that, all cracks must be filled and sanded down. Now we apply damp proofing to protect the plasterwork. Finally, fresh high-quality UV paint is applied.
Damp-proofing on the exterior and interior walls.
Damp-proofing of the exterior walls.
Damp-proofing and painting of the exterior walls.
Result
The preparation of all surfaces went well. All cracks were filled, the walls damp proofed to prevent water damage and the application of a good coat of UV paint for protection. It was time for the owner to take possession. A Property to surely be proud of.
The property gets a full blast of sunshine daily which means that membranes and paint covering will deteriorate faster than roofs that get a little shade from trees and will need roof repairs. A flat roof has a very low angle of descent and if not sealed properly the damage that may occur can be huge. Needless to say that it will cost a substantial amount of money.
Description of the condition of the property
This flat roof went on not getting the proper care for years. Luckily, not all roof screws came loose and thus minimal water damage occurred.
Problem/situation
Here we have a case where waterproofing for this flat roof was urgently needed. The property gets a full blast of sunshine daily which means that membranes and paint covering will deteriorate faster than roofs that get a little shade from trees. The roof's previous membrane was cracked and showed signs of water seeping in. Being a flat roof, dust accumulated on top of it and together with rain damp will form on the roof causing a lot of damage. The exterior walls show signs of weather and moisture damage.
Possible outcome
As time goes by a roof that gathers moisture will start to rust away which means the roof will fail to keep the weather out. As can be seen on the exterior walls, mould will grow and compromise the health of all that stay within.
Suggestion to remedy the situation
It was suggested that the roof must be cleaned properly and all loose fasteners are replaced. Then the roof can be waterproofed and painted. Exterior walls also need damp proofing and paint.
Decision with customer/owner
The owner opted to have the roof fixed first. He will, as finances allow, at a later date attend to the waterproofing and painting of walls.
Work which was done
Cleaning of the roof involved the blasting of dust particles off the roof with a high power hose. Inspection on the fasteners and replacement where necessary followed. Only then was it possible to waterproof flashing, fasteners and plumbers vents. A few coats of UV resistant paint sealed the roof properly to protect it from the weather.
The roof is now correctly waterproofed and painted. the owner can rest assured that it will protect the occupants for many a year. Tremco guarantees the workmanship and material for a period of five years.
Roof repairs, waterproofing and painting
Outcome
The roof was cleaned, waterproofed and painted. The owner and his family can now feel safe under a properly maintained roof.
Another successful roof was done by Tremco. We do it right. Visit https://tremco.co.za OR Call 0732708270
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.
