Improper waterproofing in wet areas of the house is one of the most common mistakes made during construction. Even small human errors can cause a huge issue once the entire house or building is constructed. The damage caused due to bad water leakage cannot be seen immediately because the waterproof Continue Reading
Waterproofing
The Key Principles of Foundation Waterproofing
When you think of renovating or building a house, waterproofing might not be high up on your agenda. But stop for a minute and consider that waterproofing is like a building’s envelope. It wraps around it, keeping it dry and forming a protective layer that prevents mould, cracks, structural damage Continue Reading
10 Things to Look for When Choosing The Right CIPP Liner Manufacturer
Choosing the right CIPP liner manufacturer is a crucial decision you need to make when sourcing for CIPP liners. The quality of the CIPP liners you ordered is majorly dependent on the type of manufacturer, which is why you must choose the right one. Below are ten things to look Continue Reading
Trade body webinar sets out best practice in structural waterproofing for podium decks
A national trade body has produced a webinar to support architects and building professionals with the challenges of waterproofing podium decks. While the construction of podium decks has been around for some time, the use of a basement roof structure to extend beyond the building line and under gardens has Continue Reading
SD acquires H2O Sealants business in Leeds
Sealants and repairs group celebrates record third quarter with new acquisition SD Sealants, the UK’s leading sealant and cosmetic repairs company is putting down roots in Yorkshire with the acquisition of Leeds-based company H2O Sealants. Over the coming months, the business plans to expand its offering in the North of Continue Reading
Structural waterproofing qualification reaches international audience
Structural waterproofing professionals from Australia tapped into expert training and development expertise in the UK, under an intensive learning programme. Six delegates from the east coast of Australia – who currently provide underground waterproofing services – undertook the Property Care Association’s training programme to sharpen and then test their knowledge Continue Reading
Bookings open for PCA structural waterproofing conference
Bookings are now open for a national structural waterproofing conference, which has become a significant event in the industry’s calendar. The Property Care Association’s fourth annual International Structural Waterproofing conference takes place at The Slate, University of Warwick, Coventry on 17 July, 2019. A dynamic programme – which includes a Continue Reading
4 Must-Know Strategies To Weatherproof Your Site This Winter
With UK weather predictions forecasting the coldest winter the country has seen in 10 years, no industry is likely to face the harsh effects of the snowy season more so than the construction sector. With adversity on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about practical solutions to limit the Continue Reading