Waterproofing for Foundations, Terraces and Wet Areas
Waterproofing is invisible work — its mistakes surface years later, in the most expensive way possible.
- System Matched to Surface: Membrane, Bituminous or Liquid
- Verified with a Ponding / Smoke Test
- Drains, Penetrations & Corners Hand-Reinforced
- Standard Job Completed in 3–7 Days
Foundation walls, terraces, roof spaces and wet rooms face different water loads and require different systems. Moisture, cracks, drainage and junctions are assessed first, followed by a system compatible with the substrate, water exposure and use.
Before the system is covered, details are inspected using a control method appropriate to the area and product. Drains, penetrations and corners move differently from flat surfaces and receive the specified tapes, collars or additional layers. Programme duration follows repairs, weather and the manufacturer's waiting times between coats.
Why EMC Decor
System matched to the surface: membrane, bituminous or liquid-applied
Ponding or smoke-tested seal integrity, photo-documented
Drains, penetrations and corners hand-reinforced as the real risk points
Standard job completed in 3–7 days
The Challenges You Face, Our Fix
RISK 01: Pressurised groundwater seeping through foundation walls
SOLUTION: We apply a crystalline or cement-based membrane for pressurised water and verify with a ponding test before closing up.
RISK 02: Hidden leaks starting at drains and pipe penetrations
SOLUTION: These critical details are reinforced with the collars, tapes and additional layers specified by the system.
RISK 03: Terrace and balcony waterproofing cracking from freeze-thaw cycles
SOLUTION: We use flexible PVC or bituminous membrane with designed expansion joints to withstand freeze-thaw cycling.
What This Service Includes
1. Moisture Survey & System Selection
Surface moisture measurement, crack mapping, and matching the waterproofing system to the surface.
- Surface moisture measurement and leak-trace mapping
- Membrane or liquid system selection matched to water load
- Mapping drain and penetration points
2. Surface Preparation & Detail Reinforcement
Removing loose material, repairing cracks, and hand-reinforcing risk points.
- Cleaning loose material and repairing cracks
- Chamfering corners, fitting drain collars
- Extra-layer reinforcement at penetration points
3. Waterproofing Application & Testing
Coat-by-coat application, ponding/smoke test, and a photo-documented handover report.
- Coat-by-coat application of the chosen system
- Ponding or smoke test before anything is closed up
- Test results delivered with a photo report
RESULTS OF OUR WORK
Process
Moisture Survey & Mapping
Surface moisture readings and crack/leak-trace mapping; the right system is selected.
Duration: 1 day
Surface Preparation
Loose material removed, cracks repaired, corners chamfered.
Duration: 1 day
Waterproofing Application
The chosen system is applied coat by coat; detail points are hand-reinforced.
Duration: 1–3 days
Testing & Handover
A ponding or smoke test is run, results delivered with a photo report.
Duration: 1 day
Waterproofing is priced per m² based on surface type and system choice.
Get a Project EstimateFrequently Asked Questions
Which areas actually need waterproofing?
Bathrooms, terraces, balconies, roof spaces and basement/foundation walls come first — these are in direct or constant contact with water.
Can tiling start right after waterproofing?
No — each coat waits out the manufacturer's cure time and must pass testing before any finish goes over it; we never skip this step.
Can you repair an existing leak, not just prevent new ones?
Yes — we first locate the source (using a moisture meter if needed), then open up and re-waterproof that section.
What does the warranty cover?
Warranty scope and duration are stated in the written quotation and contract according to the selected system, substrate conditions and application area. Records of the inspection or water test are included in the handover file.
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