Where underpinning is chosen to provide the protection or support of adjacent structures, the underpinning system shall be designed and installed in accordance with provisions of this chapter and Chapter 33.
Where a hydrostatic pressure condition does not exist, dammproofing shall be provided and a base shall be installed under the floor and a drain installed around the foundation perimeter.
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.