Waterproofing - Joint Sealants

What is Waterproofing?

Damaged floorboards – water under door sill – door flashing not correctly installed

Waterproofing is the installation of a water resistant barrier which is designed to prevent water inflowing, or out flowing, from different sections of a building or home structure. Internal areas that are commonly waterproofed include bathrooms, shower recesses, laundries and toilets. The external areas that are waterproofed include roofs, planter boxes, balcony decks, walls, parapets, and retaining walls. Waterproofing can be applied to many mediums including concrete, masonry, cement render, fibrecement sheets, and timber.

Water seepage into your home or building can occur from accidents, natural occurrences, or poor detailing. All types of water leakage can cause structural damage and discomfort in and around floor, wall and roof spaces.

Bathroom and Shower floor waterproofing – adequate drying time is vital

Building leak repairs can account for up 80% of all building complaints. Diagnosis for the repair, and installation of the correct waterproofing system can stop dampness issues and prevent the problem from becoming much worse over time. This, in turn, will save you a lot of money and unnecessary damage to your home or building.

Most building owners know that it can be quite easy to find where water does damage, but very difficult to find where it comes from. The entry point is usually hidden. Taylors experienced staff, working with or without engineering advice, can find the right solutions, and are able to fix any water ingress you may have.

Construction joint in slab ready for sealant

Taylors Building Solutions are the best in the business when it comes to waterproofing your home or building and our services include:

Waterproofing and leak repairs in showers and bathroom areas
Waterproofing external decks and garden beds
Finding solutions to rising damp
Investigating and finding water leak sources
Replacing waterproofing membranes

New drainage detail stops water entering school rooms

Applying sealants
Masonry and concrete sealing of external walls and roofs

The waterproofing membranes, epoxy coatings, and joint sealants used when completing a job are all the best available on the market today, and are installed by experienced and skilled applicators.