+27 21 982 5131

Author: WP Junction

Roof Waterproofing – Evergarden Anti-Root

Need to waterproof your roof or have a garden roof. Get the Evergarden anti-root membrane from Waterproof Junction today. A roof is exposed to severe weather conditions throughout the year. If a Roof is not waterproofed properly, it leads to damp patches on the ceiling. In case of severe cases, water seeps down and results in leakages. Roof waterproofing is a very critical area as it is always exposed to harsh weather conditions, climatic changes and rains. The terrace surface tends to accumulate rain water which in...

Waterproof membrane a fundamental requirement of construction

Waterproof membrane is a fundamental requirement of construction. A building or structure is waterproofed with the use of membranes and coatings to protect the structural integrity. Yet every year, high numbers of households and commercial premises report damages and issues that can be related back to inadequate waterproofing and application. Sometimes a waterproof membrane is omitted from the design completely, but this is not the leading cause behind waterproofing failure. Poor workmanship is the leading cause of waterproofing failures with 90% of all failures being due to...

What happens when waterproofing fail?

Poor waterproofing can cause respiratory diseases if not corrected. This can be attributed to various factors such as breathing in allergens from mold, algae and other elements in the air. As result, ailments such as colds, asthma and bronchial infections will occur for those staying in the premises in the long term....

Water weakens the structure of your house

Water weakens and when water leaks into your house not only is it unattractive and a  health risk, but it weakens the structure. Waterproofing your home can be an excellent way to protect your structure and property from water damage throughout the year. Leaking roofs, unsealed balconies and rising damp are common causes. The summer season is the best time to carry out damp and waterproofing works on your property, especially if your property has suffered from damp issues during the cold and damper months. Problems such...

Planning and Executing Waterproofing

Weather is certainly an important consideration when it comes to planning and executing waterproofing. However waterproofing doesn’t only mean the roof and ceiling, it means the walls and foundation of your house too.  It is important to ensure that your interior also remains clean and dry during the heavy rainfall ahead of winter.   Winter weather is the preferred time to do polyurethane injection work, particularly in underground parking garages which become very cold, because the concrete shrinks the most during the winter, thus opening gaps to their...