Understanding climate and your waterproofing solution
Extreme climate is making a mark around the globe, and while it may not initially spring to mind, climate can also play havoc with your waterproofing solution. Here’s how climate may affect the effectiveness and quality of your waterproofing and, if undetected or untreated, your building’s structural integrity… and value.
Read MoreExpert strata waterproofing to protect your tenants’ health
As building defects continue to plague strata apartment owners and building managers, the financial impact is clear. While the monetary loss has been devastating for strata owners, there’s another aspect that’s received less attention, but it is vitally important. As a recent case in Melbourne demonstrates, building defects due to poor waterproofing may have direct health impacts.
Read MoreA day with waterproofing expert… Lillian Caruana
In the latest of our A Day in the Life series, we speak to Lillian Caruana. As Finance Manager, Lillian oversees all accounting and financial services for our team and our clients. As our Co-Founder, she’s also been part of our waterproofing company from day one. Lillian balances business finances and communicates with clients and suppliers, to help deliver our tailored and leading waterproofing solutions.
Read MoreThe why, what and where of waterstops
As specialists in leak detection, we know that in waterproofing, the smallest leak can make a huge impact. Typically, water is most likely to enter a property in tears or at the edges of waterproofing membranes and at property joints and seams. To help prevent this, we often use waterstops in our solution design. Here’s everything you need to know about the why, what and where of waterstops.
Read MoreThree steps to protect basement waterproofing after flooding
Wild weather is once more wreaking havoc on the eastern seaboard, causing heartbreak for many communities. Beyond these devastated flood areas, it’s also quite common for water to enter areas such as subterranean car parks and lift pits after extreme weather. To protect your strata, commercial or government property from torrential rain, wild weather and flooding, Danrae Group recommends three key steps.
Read MorePros and cons: torch-on vs single ply membranes
At Danrae Group, we know that delivering expert waterproofing solutions requires a thorough understanding of materials, brands and best applications. Torch-on bitumen and single ply, for instance, are two membranes we frequently use – and each has properties that make it the ideal choice for certain projects. Here’s our guide to torch-on and single ply… including pros, cons and potential uses.
Read MoreWhat you need to know about waterproofing guarantees, warranties and insurance
With a leading team of expert waterproofers, Danrae Group guarantees our quality. Waterproofing guarantees and product warranties cover workmanship and materials, but as a property owner, you also require insurance to protect your property. Understanding what guarantees, warranties and insurance policies cover is crucial for long-term, quality waterproofing solutions.
Read MoreA Danrae guide to expansion joint waterproofing
At Danrae Group, we pride ourselves on our team expertise and attention to detail. Waterproofing for expansion joints requires a solid knowledge of waterproofing for construction and best-practice solutions for strata, civil, government and commercial properties. Here’s our guide to waterproofing expansion joints to ensure an effective waterproofing solution.
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