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Basement Waterproofing
Information Guide To
Basement Waterproofing refers to techniques used to prevent water from entering the basement of a house or other building.
Why Waterproof a Basement
Retains Heat During The Winter Season Lower Energy Bills Creates Extra Storage Space In Addition to Futher Living Space Add Value to Your Property
How Can Flooding The Prevented?
Barrier Protection
Structurally Integral Protection
Cavity Drainage Membrance
Barrier Protection (Tanking)
Barrier Protection is also called Tanking. It is a generic term for basement waterproofing.Using a barrier to keep water out of the property. It is sometimes
referred to as either, Positive side, or Negative side Waterproofing, depending on which side of the structure it is applied.
Structurally Integral ProtectionProtection against water ingress provided by the structure itself; i.e. water resistant concrete. In most cases concrete structures built in accordance with these code of
practise should be waterproof as concrete is 2.2 times denser than water.
Drainage Membrance
This is protection against live water ingress into potentially usable spaces by incorporating an internal water management system incorporating water movement
pump stations. Waterproofing systems allow water to flow freely through a cavity between the exterior & interior walls of a basement
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Powys Lodge 6 Court Road Strensham Worcestershire WR8 9LP
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Phone 01905 902 902
Website
www.countybasements.co.uk