Waterproofing Solutions in Mumbai

 Waterproofing Solutions in Mumbai

The terrace and façade are the immediate surfaces that receive rain and can lead to leakage in the upper floor through the terrace and the entire building envelope through the façade.

A call from an eleven storied residential apartment in Versova, Andheri (W), Mumbai in April’22 resulted in a general visit and survey of affected apartments revealing the extent of leakage that has impacted the top floor ceilings and walls of the apartments, especially in the south and west façade from lower floors upwards.

A mix of preventive and curative waterproofing joint fillers and liquid applied membrane in the terrace floor, parapet walls, parapet top and affected façade walls in the South and West Façade has resulted in providing a new lease of life to the general health of the building while resolving the long-standing leakage issues which were only increasing on a year-on-year basis.

A successful terrace leakage solution and waterproofing treatment for the façade should involve the following three steps:

1.    Survey the building envelope and affected apartments to be able to identify the actual scope of waterproofing works required.

2.     Select the right mix of waterproofing materials to resolve the leakage issues.

 3.    Skilled application on site of the selected waterproofing materials to be applied layer by layer by an expert waterproofing contractor in Mumbai

Home Inspection for water leakage

 When it comes to your home, the most common problem people face especially during monsoons are water stains, damp walls, puffed-up paint. Most of us ignore it, thinking that this is a regular occurrence during the monsoon. But in reality, these are all signs of leakages seeping in from the outside.

Water leakage can occur just about anywhere in your house. Be it the ceiling, your bedroom walls, storage room, tiles etc. It is essential to identify these stains and track them down. Tracking down water stains can be difficult as it spreads. But once identified, it can easily be rectified. Fixing leaks is usually pretty easy.

So how does one go about identifying these leakages?

If you see your wall getting damp, look for cracks immediately. Minor leaks can cause major damage. A small leak if not fixed in time can go about causing a lot of damage. It could count you your walls, wooden frames, loosening fittings and fixtures which intern would increase maintenance costs. If you see a small hitch, in your wall try to figure out the source of the leak.  Ideally, home inspection for water leakage is important to find the source of leakage, which can be identified easily with a moisture meter, or thermal scanner. These leaks could be because of a tank placed overhead or your neighbor watering their plants on the ceiling or is it just the rains that are causing the leakage.

Figuring out whether the leakage is from the inside or outside is important. One way of checking if the moisture is from the inside or outside is by taping cardboard to the wall. The wet cardboard side will determine whether the leakage is from the inside or outside. another way is to check the other side of the wall.  If you find the surface wet then you can get it checked with the moisture meter which will tell you the exact moisture

level. Few other examples:- if you live just below the terrace and your ceiling is damp, It would be a great idea to go on to your terrace to find the leak is from the terrace floor. Another way of identifying minor leaks is to look for black stains and molds (these are usually caused by moisture).

If you still find it difficult you can always seek the help of waterproofing contractors in Mumbai.

Facade Restoration Works in Versova, Andheri

Façade Restoration becomes very important for the high-rise building facing high wind pressure and rains in the Mumbai region. In modern living where there are constraints of space like Mumbai. In these spaces we have vertical growth that exposes the building to harsh weather conditions come rains and it sums it all. Façade restoration was carried out by experienced Façade Restoration Contractors in Mumbai with the latest technology and proper use of chemicals helps to restore the façade.

Do watch our video to understand in detail: 

FACADE RESTORATION WORKS

5 Simple tips for preventing leakages in Mumbai

 

In Mumbai, the basic structure of terrace houses remains the same and all of these leakages can be repaired easily. Once you have identified the leakage, follow these 5 simple tips to prevent it from getting worse. All the tips are cost-effective and easy to understand and implement. If you follow them diligently, you will improve your overall health and living conditions in your house in Mumbai city.

 Five Simple Tips for Preventing Leakage in Mumbai :

1 Clean Downspout Regularly

Downspouts are one of those things that most of us tend to ignore. But they play a vital role in preventing rainwater from damaging our homes. Before it reaches your home, roof water has travelled through miles of downspout pipe. Years of leaves and sediment can build up inside these pipes, ultimately leading to leaks. Clean out your downspouts regularly and you’ll cut back on leaks and dampness inside your home by reducing all that grime that’s built up over time.

 

2) Secure the terrace of the building

The terrace is like a crown of the building. WE need to secure it by doing proper waterproofing as it bears all the brunt of the heat, cold and rain. Envolve a leak detection service to help you to resolve any leakages from the terrace.

 

3) Don’t Let Greenery Overgrow the Home

Trees and plants are a great addition to any property, but make sure that you properly maintain them. Otherwise, overgrown greenery can clog drains and create pools of stagnant water on your terrace or roof, which is a breeding ground for termites and other pests. Stagnated water finally finds its way into our homes.

 

4) Replace Damaged Panels Regularly

Old and damaged terrace panels are one of the most common reasons for leakages. We generally overlook the Panel as it is outside and we tend to keep a check. Any form of rust or peeling can make a way for the water to enter easily. Replacing a panel isn’t always necessary but doing so can keep water out of your home and reduce future repair costs by as much as 50 per cent.

 

5) Over Head Water Tank – Generally, we all overlook the little trickling water which may be due to a small crack in the water tank. We need to understand that water tanks hold huge volumes of water. If these minor cracks are not addressed in time, we may have to undertake major tank waterproofing repairs. Overall this will cause damage to the structure too.

 

Home Leakage Solutions for Damp Walls near the floor

I have damp walls on my premises. This is all over and largely concentrated close to skirting and at the base of door frames.
I think this is just normal, salt in the sand, bad construction, and this is similar to the experience of people I have spoken to. They share that it's worse in their premises. Should I live with it? Well, no, never actually.

Damp walls in the lower half of your premises close to skirting. Is leakage from the premises close to skirting is leakage from the wet rooms of your place. This is likely due to

wet rooms (i.e bathroom or kitchen) of your place. This is likely due to bad workmanship or leakage in plumbing lines or both, to add to this general wear and tear of wet room surfaces if minor issues are left unattended.

The solution is simple. Hire a leakage detection expert who can identify the extent of the leakage. Diagnose the actual sources of leakages and suggest a road map to resolve the various leakage issues with minimal damage to existing facilities and provide corrective treatment for the source area as well as the affected area so that a proper long-term solution can be provided and you can restore your premises to past glory.

For all damp wall leakages due to sources within your premises and affecting the lower half of the walls. Get in touch with https://leakproof.in/ for the solutions.

Waterproofing Services in Mumbai for Ceiling Leakage

Waterproofing Services in Mumbai for Ceiling Leakage

Ceiling leakage is the last thing a person can wish for in a dream home or office. While there can be several reasons for the leakages from the ceiling, the presence of wet-room or planters is the most common source of perennial leakages in the buildings.

We often hear people say, that we have tried everything. Connecting with the developer who comes with their team to resolve the leakages, local service providers like plumbers, mason but the issue does not get resolved.

There is temporary relief in certain cases based on corrective actions/treatments on upper floors but sooner or later the issue recurs more profound and with greater speed.

It is important to thoroughly understand the pattern of leakage which can be done using the thermography process.

 This in turn helps us to identify the source of leakage as visible in the affected areas. Resolving the leakage is only like joining the dots based on the actual issues of the lower floor and the corresponding source points in the upper floors/s.  Leakage sources including adjacent areas may be contributing to the overall leakage in the affected ceilings.

For along long-term solution to leakages in your home/office do contact www. leakproof. in, we render waterproofing services in Mumbai metropolitan region and live a leakage-free life.

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Three Fold Solutions for Leakages from Skirting

 Dampness in the wall is a common experience in most buildings, especially near the skirting at floor level. Wall dampness is initially ignored and later takes the shape of a full-blown problem of dampness up to 3’0” which is now within the range of our view especially when we are seated.

It has by now spread to several locations, there is likely microbial bacteria growth and, in some cases, de-bounded of the plaster surface.

The dampness in walls that have risen to the level of 3’0” height and above needs a -

Threefold solution based on the inspection in wet rooms as follows:

1. 1. 1. Checking all water supply lines using pressure testing gadgets or ultrasonic gadgets.
      2. Inspect all drain lines using a thermal scanner.
      3. Inspecting all tile joints using moisture meter.

Treatment of damp walls based on survey involves solving leakages in plumbing lines.

Water supply and drain, floor tile joint filling.

and

Injection grouting is based on the extent of seepage through open joints and hollowness

within tiled surfaces

And finally, replastering of the affected wall surfaces by removing existing plaster, coating the wall (brick-block) with cementitious polymer coating, providing injection grouting if required and replastering the surface.

Tank Waterproofing of Building

 Waterproofing the water tank which holds potable drinking water.

Watch how Tank waterproofing can be done :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d12xbZwtMW0

Water Tanks  be it underground or overhead, are an essential facility in building. The design and construction of water tanks ensure effective use and prevents leakages. As the building ages there is a wear and tear in the structure and water tanks are no exception.

The water tanks hold large quantity of water which is potable and hence it is essential that no external water arising due to rain or sub-soil water should enter the tanks . Also, the water in the tanks should not leak in the outside surface.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d12xbZwtMW0

The absorption of water into the tanks can be prevented by sealing the cracks and joints from outside whereas the inaccessible portion can be sealed by adequate injection grouting. These works are advisable to be carried out by expert waterproofing contractor.

The internal surfaces of the tank are susceptible to the wear and tear due to the constant filling and usage of water on a daily basis. These surfaces viz tank base ,peripheral wata and walls should be cleaned of all loose materials, cracks opened and thorough cleaned and filled with adequate waterproof sealants.

Post crack filling the cementitious coatings should be applied in 2 coats and the tank filled with water for a minimum period of 48 hours to check the effectiveness of the treatment.

The right choice of waterproofing materials and skilled application are important aspects of water tank waterproofing systems.

Leakages from the bathroom due to gaps in the tile joint

 Wet room is a room too. We are selective about the floor and wall tiles that Adour the wet rooms, viz toilets, balconies of our homes. Aesthetics plays an important part in the choice of tile, colour, size, texture and more, while the laying of tiles on the floor especially its joints are left almost always to the skill and intent of the (Karigar) tile setter in this case.

Ideally, floor tiles in wet rooms should be placed with a gap of 4/6 mm between joints. This gap is achieved using spacers. The benefit of providing tile gaps are:

It takes care of manufacturing errors in tile and bends especially on edges.

Leakages from the bathroom due to gaps in the tile joint
If the situation arises, it is easy to replace a tile W/o impacting the adjoining tile.
It takes care of expansion and movement on the tile floor.
  

Gaps in the tiles lead to leakages from the bathroom or any wet area. to read more click on the link: https://leakproof.in/leakages-in-the-bathroom-due-to-gaps-in-the-title-joint/

Leakages in Modern High Rise Building

Modern High-Rise buildings have typical floor plates stacked one above the other.

The location of wet rooms, viz toilets, kitchens, dry balconies are built around a central core with the passage in between and habitable spaces around it.

In case of leakages in the ceiling of habitable spaces, the obvious link of source of the leakage is sought at the floor above.

Typical ways of resolving leakage issues are by checking for pressure drops in water supply lines to ascertain leakage in the pipes and posting that to check for drain lines and floors.

Conventional solutions involve breaking tiles- floor/wall or both as the situation demands, resolving pipe leakage if any, redoing waterproofing and finally relaying the tiles.

In recent times it has been noticed that this system of leakage resolution gives temporary or no relief in certain cases. It is advised to break tiles only and only if all other options are ruled out and not as the first line of defence.

Modern technologies assist in mapping the likely source of leakage to the exact spot assisting in minimal works resulting in saving of time and convenience.

This can be done by a waterproofing expert with gadgets like Thermal Scanner Moisture Meter, and even Wall and Floor Detector.

An important aspect to note is that, while we may resolve the leakage for now.

The fact that the water found its way through the structure and resulted in leakage below indicates the presence of gaps or passageways.

In short, we can say that the waterproofing is porous.

In such a situation it is advised to carry out injection grouting in the source area as well as in the affected portions of the lower floor to ensure complete sealing of gaps and passageway, which may be existing due to a combination of reasons rising during the construction stage.

We at Leakproof.in provide solutions for all types of internal leakages without breakage.

 

Professional Bathroom Waterproofing Services in Mumbai

 

An unkempt or defective bathroom can be an inconvenience, but it can also lead to larger issues that damage your home. If you have bathroom leakage issues and you need bathroom waterproofing services in Mumbai, don’t hesitate to call us immediately to schedule an appointment. Our experienced team will assess your bathroom and determine the best course of action for fixing leaks and other issues, so you can enjoy your bathroom again! Call today!

Different leakage issues in the bathroom:

Internal Leakage

Property owners tend to ignore bathroom leakages and internal leakage problems, which only increases their severity over time. It’s best to address bathroom waterproofing services at an early stage to save yourself from major repairs later on. If you notice any of these signs of a leak, call professional services immediately.

 

External Leakage

The first and foremost thing to be kept in mind while doing bathroom waterproofing is external leakage. Since a lot of water flows from toilets and bathtubs, there are several possibilities of external leakage through pipes and walls. For completely stopping these types of leakage, experts suggest using anti-leak coatings to reinforce porous surfaces. Apart from it, micro-porous membranes can also be used for preventing seepage.

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As we have over 15 years expertise in bathroom waterproofing solutions. We at Leakproof.in offer high-quality services at affordable prices. Our unique approach to internal water leakage detection and repair has garnered us with over 1000+ satisfied customers

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Our expert technicians are able to identify the exact reason for leakage. For detection we have moisture meter, thermal scanner and also pipe detector. We offer a wide range of leakage solutions without breakage with minimum mess. If required we have injection grouting and reverse injection grouting machine for curing leakage.

 

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Terrace Waterproofing of High Rise Building

 Modern Residential /Commercial or Industrial complexes have a large floor plate spanning over several wings , having expansion joint based on the length of the building.

These when not properly taken care gives rise to leakages in the terrace .

Compared to single standalone buildings, multi-wing complexes have a rhythmic set of staircase and lift room blocks at regular intervals.

It is combined with a series of services, like water supply inlet/outlet lines running around the core, i.e overhead water tanks.

 

Presence of expansion/construction joints can lead to multiple leakages along the entire height of the building leading to façade leakages and podium leakages too.

To add to the problem the wall surfaces within are not plastered . Later these areas are not accessible to identify the flow and pattern of leakages.

 

Toilet duct open/semi-open or enclosed areas each have their own share of benefits and problems  depending on the height of the building.

 

Internal leakage issues do not resolve even after the end of the rainy season due to the lack of natural drying especially in high-rise buildings. Covering such areas may seem like an option but needs to be engineered well.

The pressure of architectural elements like bands, pergolas, cantilevered chajjas at terrace level are subject to high winds and may develop cracks due to stresses.

These are an easy point of access for water which passes into the structure as these members in modern RCC frame structures are anchored to the main column and beams which are part of the building.

 

Solar panels, wind mills and other energy saving devices if not carefully planned at the onset lead to early ageing of the terrace surface leading to leakages.

Coupled with presence of facilities like lawns, roof top swimming pools, green spaces including planters all woven into the limited space called terrace stretching from the first to last wing in the complex .

This further pose problem of maintance and if over-looked can be potential source of leakages on a year -on year basis.

Modern complexes are indeed ‘Complex’ essentially at the top and since this is the first receiving point of water leakage due to exposure to weathering conditions an efficient waterproofing system is essential for the life of the building and comfort its inhabitants.

Its thus important to get the building diagnosed for leakages and also fix the leakages with a good waterproofing contractor near you .