Waterproofing is a much more than just keeping water out of your below-grade structures. It’s a process designed to keep water out of your entire building and protect your underlying structure from water damage. That includes your roof and windows, all the way down to your basement and elevator pit. In fact, any place where two different materials come together are often joined by a waterproofing material. 

 This waterproofing is usually a commercial grade sealant, a membrane or cold fluid applied coating or mastic. A sealant allows for expansion and contraction between the two different materials. It is used in an expansion joints in stone and brick buildings. Likewise, it is used in sidewalk, parking garage and driveway expansion joints. It is also used around openings like window and door perimeters.

 A membrane, or cold fluid applied material, on the other hand, is used for large flat surfaces. This includes below-grade walls, balconies and decks to name a few. These areas need to have an underlying membrane or barrier to properly flash out water, or to keep it out altogether. When the inevitable cracks form in your building, a waterproofing material is there to protect it from damage.

 Unfortunately, these materials do not hold up forever and need to be replaced over time. They may have even been left out in the design or building process and missed all altogether. So whether it’s a big commercial project or a small crack in your home, it pays to have your waterproofing installed correctly to prevent water from damaging your property.  

 At Rainwater Restoration & Waterproofing, we use the right materials and the proper installation techniques for each job. We install all of our materials according to the product manufacturers directions. As a result, these products work and hold up over time, giving you the most for your money. So no matter what kind of waterproofing needs you have, RR&W is there to help you with your waterproofing and residential leak detection needs.