Blog & News Articles

DIY steps to seal small basement cracks under 3mm, prep and product advice, plus four warning signs that mean call a professional.

Standards led manual for waterproofing professionals: SANS backed specs, Eben's five contractor checks, substrate preparation, application methods and...

Homeowner-focused, practical guidance on exterior French drain basement waterproofing: how it works, realistic costs and disruption, and when the...

Terrace waterproofing for homeowners: match system to finish, respect 3%/6% moisture limits, and insist on written spec and a 48–72h flood test.

Specification led advice for South African specifiers on liquid membranes: chemistry, site prep, lifecycle cost and warranties.

Step-by-step box type waterproofing for basements: Shahabad stone versus pre applied membranes and white box concrete, plus why excavation clearance often...

For specifiers and contractors: select and install drainage boards, avoid reversed orientation failures, and check key datasheet figures.

Owners' checklist to stop room damp: get a site survey, full material datasheets, post work testing and written warranties, including typical 5–10 year...

Practical plan for the first 48 hours after a wet basement: safety, drying, DIY fixes, and when to hire a SANS compliant waterproofing pro.