Carbon Fiber: The New Standard in Structural Repair for Basements

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The Commercial Built-Up Roofing (BUR) Systems

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Foundation Repair Using Push Piers And Helical Piers

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The stories and features in the magazine are geared toward hardworking contractors and small business owners who need relevant information, written in plain English, applicable to his business and jobsite.

WATERPROOF! Magazine reaches virtually every segment of the waterproofing industry. Coverage includes:

Residential Below Grade – Spray-applied foundation sealants, self-adhered sheet goods, footing drain tiles, dimple membranes and sump pump systems, crack repair, carbon fiber straps, piering, basement finishing, crawl-space, mold remediation, and moisture management.

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Residential Below Grade

Creating a Healthy Crawl Space

Creating a Healthy Crawl Space

By Patrick Nevison, P.E.(4) Photos courtesy of Metropolitan Industries A finished crawl space, above. An unfinished crawl space below at left, and the same crawl space after encapsulation, at right. Excess moisture in a crawl space can lead to several issues...

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Case Study – Bowed Block Wall Repair

Case Study – Bowed Block Wall Repair

Unidirectional, vertical 6-inch carbon strips installed on the repaired wall. A contractor from EcoSpect out of Syracuse, New York, was called out to look at a bowing concrete masonry unit (CMU) wall discovered in the basement during a home inspection being performed...

Moisture Meters Are Essential For Roofers

Moisture Meters Are Essential For Roofers

By Del Williams Excess water in roofing materials after a disaster can lead to mold growth and material rot long after the initial incident.For roofing contractors dealing with any disaster where water intrusion plays a role, such as heavy rainstorms, hurricanes, or...

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Traditional waterproofing methods rely on a barrier system that prevents water from penetrating the surface. Crystalline waterproofing creates a permanent and self-sealing barrier within the concrete.Check out this weeks featured article here:www.waterproofmag.com/2024/09/crystalline-waterproofing-the-science-behind-it-why-its-important/ ... See MoreSee Less
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