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Below-Grade Waterproofing Warranties

The Common Misperception

Matthew Normandeau

Paul Sujka

Alex Kosis

November 13, 2017

The risk of water leakage through below-grade waterproofing systems is an unfortunate reality of foundation construction

CEU: Below-Grade Waterproofing Systems and Design

Exploring modes of failure and the negative impact of moisture infiltration into a structure

September 7, 2017

A full understanding of the properties, strengths and limitations of various materials is critical to “getting it right” when designing a waterproofing system.

Blind-Side Below-Grade Waterproofing

Lateral Water Migration, Confining Pressure and Bond Relationships

John Karras

Keith Nelson

Anthony J. Nicastro

November 11, 2016

Many blind-side below-grade waterproofing systems include resistance to lateral water migration between the membrane and concrete as part of the manufacturer’s design concept

Waterproofing Detail: Termination at Foundation

October 3, 2016

This detail is commonly used over below-grade concrete parking structures with stucco above.

Applying a Self-adhering waterproofing membrane

Guidelines for Proper Waterproofing Design

When selecting a waterproofing system, conservatism is the watchword

John D'Annunzio

May 26, 2014

When selecting a waterproofing system, conservatism is the watchword

Waterproofing Codes: Dampproofing

May 26, 2014

An overview on IBC 2012 Section 1805.1 General.

Case Study: Below-Grade Waterproofing

Composite Waterproofing System Embraces Redundancy for Enhanced Performance

September 27, 2013

University Link Light Rail (U-Link) is an extension to the north of the Sound Transit Link light rail system in Seattle.

Waterproofing Concrete is Essential

BNP Media Staff

February 3, 2011

There is a common misconception that concrete provides waterproofing capabilities. This supposition has led to moisture infiltration and structural damage with countless buildings.

Waterproofing Design Guidelines: Execution

BNP Media Staff

February 4, 2010

Typical design specifications that are prepared in the CSI Master Format include three sections for Division 7: Part 1 - General, Part 2 - Products, and Part 3 - Execution.

Considerations for Selecting a Below-Grade Waterproofing System

BNP Media Staff

February 28, 2007

When selecting a below-grade waterproofing system, conservatism is the watchword. Remember, you only have the opportunity to do this once! Proper research and due diligence is required to ensure that all below-grade waterproofing issues are properly addressed.