Below Grade Waterproofing: ACCL Waterproofing
You've probably had your outside deck or indoor floor space waterproofed in some way. You may only be familiar with systems that are above grade. Did you know that waterproofing for spaces below ground level is also available? If you have...
Dampproofing vs Waterproofing - ACCL Waterproofing
Dampproofing and Waterproofing:
The terms dampproofing and waterproofing are not interchangeable. Dampproofing is designed to keep soil moisture out, whereas waterproofing is designed to keep both moisture and liquid water out.
For many years, buildings have been dampproofed, a process that was...
WATERPROOFING EXTERIOR WALLS 101
Water and moisture can move through the brickwork and impact your internal walls when outside walls are exposed to rains or high humidity. This implies that your walls may remain damp for an extended period of time before drying, perhaps resulting in...
ACCL WATERPROOFING: SUMMER TIME
The warmer weather in the summer is the most ideal time for homeowners to waterproof due to a number of reasons. Just because the weather is nice and the sun is out doesn't mean it is safe from heavy rainfall, which are...
Waterproofing Options -
There are many different waterproofing options that provide advantages to your home compared to ignoring the issue or solving it yourself because it seems cheaper in the beginning. Waterproofing can be install interior or exterior which allows for a great range of availability...
What are waterproofing membranes?
A waterproofing membrane is a thin layer of water-tight material that is laid over a surface. This layer is continuous and does not allow water to pass through it. For example, on a flat terrace, a waterproofing membrane could be laid above...
What are Weeping Tiles?
Weeping tiles are 4-inch pipes used to discharge water from underground and redirect water away from the client's home.
How do they work?
How weeping tiles work is that the pipes are placed with holes side up into a trench around the exterior perimeter...
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Autumn Maintenance | Ensuring a leak free basement this spring
Autumn also known as the fall season is less then a week away! With this is mind, if your like most homeowners your probably concerned about a wet leaky basement. Not only do all the trees...
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RED FLAGS - Sump pump failure - How do you know?
A sump pump failure can result in various wet leaky basement damages. When you own a sump pump it is your first defence against a wet basement or basement flooding. However when a sump...
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Foundation repairs in your home? - 3 Red FLAGS
Being mindful of the condition your foundation is in can be very beneficial for both new and older homes. The foundation holds the weight of your entire home, but over time your property begins to age...
