Basement Waterproofing Systems

The different types of basement waterproofing systems as detailed in BS8102

Towards the end of 2009 the document relating to the waterproofing of structures below ground,  BS8102 1990, was revised and updated to become BS8102 2009 Code of Practice for Protection of Structures Against Water from the Ground. This document is considered to be ‘the bible’ for anyone considering building in the ground and has been used very effectively by expert witnesses in cases of dispute to condemn bad designs.

As professional waterproofers we are very much governed by the content and recommendations of BS8102 with regard to producing and advising on specifications and giving general technical advice on waterproofing.

BS8102 also describes in detail the 3 different approaches to waterproofing. To find out more click on the different types of waterproofing below.

Type A Waterproofing – Barrier Protection (Tanking)

- External, Sandwiched or Internal

Type B Waterproofing – Structurally Integral Protection

- Usually to the relevant British Standard and of reinforced concrete structure

Type C Waterproofing – Drained Protection

- Cavity Drain Membranes and Construction Drained Cavities