Urban growth and the development of vertical movement have made elevators an integral part of modern urban buildings. Every elevator system is accompanied by a lift pit, a section that is part of the substructure and almost always lies below ground level. In buildings with basement access, these pits are located even deeper. Why Lift… The post Leakage in Lift Pit: Effective Solutions for Lift Pit Leakage appeared first on Leakproof.in ..read more

Unlocking the potential of modern high-rise buildings goes beyond their architectural prowess. The terrace, a versatile space combining leisure and utility, plays a pivotal role. However, the integration of additional features post-initial waterproofing can pose challenges. We need to understand the importance of top-up waterproofing applications and injection grouting to fortify terrace waterproofing systems. The Strain on Terrace Waterproofing Unveiling the demands faced by terrace waterproofing due to high-rise building design and increased terrace utilization Shedding light on the li ..read more

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 ..read more

The terrace is the crown of the building. Perfect terrace waterproofing is a first step towards ensuring a shiny façade for a building that may otherwise lead to watermarks and stains, especially in the rainy season. Modern living has a high demand for the usage of energy for various facilities within the built form.  This has put pressure on the non-renewable resources of mother earth, leading to global warming. Renewable resources help in reducing the burden of our energy needs and are environment friendly. Solar panels placed on the rooftop, tap the sun’s energy. This can be utilized t ..read more

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: Checking all wat ..read more

A 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 gap are: It takes care of manufacturing errors in tile and ben ..read more

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- f ..read more

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 i ..read more

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 al ..read more

Terrace gardens or roof gardens as they are also known, are a wonderful boon for those who possess a green thumb and for us city dwellers for whom a small patch of green is equivalent to heaven. Advantages of terrace garden:- Reduces carbon footprint Improves Oxygen levels Provides us with fresh Organic Vegetation Helps in Rain water harvesting Spending time with nature helps in reducing stress levels. Many modern society complexes and apartment owners with terrace space have created wonderful green terrace gardens. However, water leakage issues can spoil the fun unless proper care is taken ..read more