Drilling down on balcony decking water leakage issue. A common area would be a balcony, which has wonderful outdoor space where homeowners can extend the living area of homes and an enjoyable outdoor space to relax, entertain friends, and much more. However, balconies are vulnerable to certain leakage issues, as they are exposed to climatic conditions, especially in Singapore, and inferior products raise the chance of failure.
There are several types of balcony decking, it can be ceramic floor tile, natural wood decking, composite decking, and more depending on the homeowner’s preference. This balcony decking can lead to water leakage issues.
One potential balcony decking water leakage is structural damage. The balcony leak could be due to the integral structural components of the building over the years, expansion joints with the weather condition in Singapore. Grouting or caulking has failed, tiles and grout are essential as cosmetics to make the surface look smooth and pleasant. It helps in preventing damage to the membrane below the tiles as well. The laying of tiles to the membrane often causes water to pool under tiles and dissolve the water-based membrane. The waterproofing membrane is worn off and unable to keep the water on the surface or directed to the drain, it is critical to the substrates when it has failed to drain the water out smoothly. Failure of balcony waterproofing can result in water damage to the structures and even collapse in the worst scenario.
Balcony waterproofing requires a good quality membrane that provides a permanent water barrier to all wall upturns, floors, drainage surrounding, and all points of penetration. This waterproofing membrane has to prevent penetrating beneath the balcony, where structural damage will compound over time and is often invisible till the water damage is shown on the surface. Such as watermark, darken paint, bubbling paint, and water droplets or even efflorescence seen in concrete or flooring.
When you see any of the above or leakage flowing through cracks or honeycombed concrete voids, there is a possibility of water damage. Home owners will have to address the problem in order to prevent further damage.
SWC Construction offers the best remedial and repair works for a leaking balcony decking. Liquid-applied membranes are seamless liquid-applied membranes, it has become the ultimate solution for balcony decking. These are flexible membranes, UV ray resistance, anti-structural movement, and deformation.
Liquid Applied Waterproofing, is ideal to use as a sealant for grouting, joints, and cracks of the balcony deck. It is cost-effective, with minimum disruption to occupants, and it provides robust and long-life waterproofing protection. It is a cost-efficient, time-saving, easy application to apply onto a substrate and cured to form solid protection. This waterproofing membrane can be used for refurbishing uneven surfaces as well. It is highly durable and punctures resistance. Most importantly is odour-free and non-toxic to humans and animals.
SWC Construction, have Polyurethane (PU) Injection grouting to enhance leakage repair below the balcony decking.
Polyurethane (PU) Injection grouting is a waterproofing technique that involves a mixture of polyurethane inserted with high pressure into the cracks of a structure, the mixture will reach and expand and harden in the tiny crack line or spores of the concrete slab to stop flowing of water seepage problem. PU grouting is mainly used to restore cracks and repair water damage that has been done to the flooring. This method prevents cracks from leaking continuously and it also enhances the structural integrity as well.
Benefits of using Polyurethane (PU) Injection grouting is a fast, efficient repair solution, free from massive noise pollution, and dust-free from hacking existing tiles. It enhances and reinstates the strength of the structure, a non-toxic solution.
Regular visual check is helpful for homeowners in order to make sure the balcony decking is safe for everyone.
Don’t hesitate any longer, enquire now. SWC Construction is ready and ready to assist you in resolving all waterproofing matters with our best waterproofing solution. We provide non-obligatory on-site consultation to solve your concerns. We received good testimonials and reviews from our valuable customers regularly in our project work.