A basement storey refers to a storey of a building which may be partially or wholly below the existing ground level. It is generally used as a utility space for a building where the boiler, water heater, fuse box, carpark and air-conditioning system are located, and amenities such as electrical distribution point system such as cable, network point.

There are many reasons that cause water to enter your basement and/or penetrate your building foundation including cracked walls that allow water, including rainwater vapour molecules to pass through the building become trap and seep into the basement.

Singapore as a tropical rainforest climate, hot, high humidity and an abundance of rain, rainwater seepage that caused wall leakage is therefore unavoidable. The combines effect of humidity and rain create moisture in basements, where the mould and other types of harmful bacteria to thrive in the wet or damp basement. Basement leak that is inadequate waterproofing due to poor plumbing or aging waterproofing system that are prone to deterioration.

A wet or damp basement will bring a serious risk to you and your family well-being living in the house, as well as decrease the foundation of the building, where the mould and other types of harmful bacteria to thrive in the wet or damp basement. Basement leakage that is inadequate waterproofing during construction or years of wear and tear due to the heavy rainfall climate changing environment in Singapore. It is time to identify the root of the problem in your wet basement and get the waterproofing repair.

 

Waterproofing Basement

Waterproofing the basement prevent water seeping in from the exterior wall of the basement to avoid further damage to your property and assets in the house as well as to ensure the life span of building sub-structures. Many property owners tend to ignore initial basement leak symptoms such as moisture stain and small leaks or drips in the basement. Leaving them untreated can lead to serious decay of the building structure. Not only does a wet basement leak feel and smell nasty, but it can also become unmanageable or series of more complex repairs. These problems include mould, and other insect infestations, pealing walls, and structural damages to the property.

Basement is below ground level it can be susceptible to water damage due to gravity forcing water in the ground to flow into voids.  A good waterproof basement requires to have interior and exterior drainage system that include waterproof the walls to protect the foundation and keeps the mess and water outside. Make sure no water enters the most vulnerable areas of your home and keep the space dry. Basement may require some maintenance over the years.

Waterproofing basement can help you expand your home and utilise areas of extra space as well add significant value to your property. Basement waterproofing is a complex process. Wrong specification or poor workmanship often results in flooding of the basement. It is important that your basement is completely waterproof to avoid the risk of leakage from water pressure and even a small crack in your foundations that allow water to infiltrate your basement.

Modern basement waterproofing systems are slightly different as they control the water by using a drainage system in conjunction with cavity air gap wall and floor waterproofing membranes. This system manages any water entering the basement. The water is directed to an existing drain to remove water from the basement.

 

Waterproofing your basement is not demanding, but it does require maintenance with waterproofing application. Most common waterproofing membrane solution are:

1. Basement Leak Bituminous Waterproofing Membrane Repair

Bituminous waterproofing membrane is the most conventional. It is highly resistant to moisture seepage, but its insulation properties can be compromised under severe and continuous water penetration. It often needs reinforcing applications such as fiberglass webbing waterproofing. Bituminous waterproofing systems for basements is the use of rubberized asphalt. It is difficult to apply. The appearance is dense, sticky liquid that can be easily applied to concrete surfaces to form an insulating layer. It eventually dries and allow moisture to enter the space.

2. Clear Penetrative Treatment (CPT) / Clear Waterproofing Membrane Repair

CPT is a transparent, penetrative waterproofing chemical solution that is non-invasive and much easier to apply, they provide a smoother finished surface and ensure watertightness of substrates that do not dries up, even in extremely hot and dry conditions.

Clear penetrative waterproofing treatment (CPT) is the most affordable, highly recommended for waterproofing on all common building structure such as concrete, brick, wood tile, ceramic, granite, and marble surface. The membrane is flexible and versatile, it spreads over a greater surface area, providing more coverage to hold and strength the cracks joints, it is the most effective form of basement waterproofing. When this material dries and cures, it forms a clear transparent waterproof membrane to seal and protect the surface. This membrane is flexible, water resistance, non-flammable, non-toxic, non-hacking, and hazard free.

3. Polyurethane Waterproofing Membrane Repair

The new and modern method use in recent years, polyurethane waterproofing membranes is the most durable of all waterproofing membranes. These synthetic membranes are one-time application that will last for decades which is lifetime waterproofing solution.

Polyurethane waterproofing is commonly use in basement waterproofing, they are impermeable to water, chemical vapor, and gaseous. No additional reinforcing material is required. It is non-toxic and has no allergic reaction from mold and mildew in the basement.

Polyurethane injection grouting can be use in basement for repairs of leakage. It requires no hacking, hassle-free and clean repair method which is more cost effective than any other repair methods.

 

Basement Leak Solution

SWC Construction, as a waterproofing specialist contractor with Building and Construction Authority (BCA) approval and licensed, would be glad to render out basement leak services to solve different kinds of leakage problem in the basement for you and your family. Feel free to contact us now, our experience professionals will help you to prevent further damage to your basement. We assist you our best to provide a peace of mind, save money, time in long term.