For owners of commercial building who lease out to other businesses, you have a responsibility to ensure that it is correctly waterproofed. This article provides some tips on why you need waterproofing and what your best options are.
Who should you contact?
There are numerous waterproofing contractors in Australia and you should choose carefully when deciding on who to use. Some important considerations include:
- Whether they are fully licensed and insured, so you will be protected in the event of a problem.
- Whether the waterproofing products they use meet and/or exceed Australian Standards.
- Whether they include a timeframe for when the job will be completed.
- Whether they offer a substantial warranty on their products and workmanship.
What is the best product?
A membrane is the most reliable and durable means of waterproofing a commercial building. A membrane such as the one produced by Wolfin, for instance, is UV stable, can be applied to most substrates including concrete, timber, steel and masonry, can be recycled and - in the case of the Wolfin product - has superior profile terminations, meaning that it prevents water from entering behind the membrane once installed.
So if you own a commercial building, it's worth making sure it's waterproof, because statistics show that waterproofing makes up just 1% of a building's costs, yet water leaks and resultant damage account for 80% of all building defects.