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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.
Commercial Above and Below Grade – Subway tunnels, wastewater treatment plants, all facets of commercial and industrial waterproofing, underslab barriers, crystalline admixtures, polyurea coatings, curtain grouting, waterstops, blindside, above-grade air barriers, joint sealants and more.
Commercial Roofing – Single-ply, built-up, and ballasted roofing, reflective cool roofing, electronic leak detection, vegetated “green roof” systems, and spray-on coatings.
In the Current Issue:
Residential Below Grade
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...
Case Study: Ocean City Boardwalk, New Jersey
By ISI Building ProductsPhotos courtesy ISI Building Products Smart Crawl Space EncapsulationOutside construction trades and building science circles, few homeowners grasp how impactful the crawl space can be to the overall health of a structure. Since nearly 30...
Employer Responsibilities To Employees and Law
By Gregory FahrenbruchPhotos courtesy of Gregory Fahrenbruch Asbestos-containing tiles in a basement where a home had water damage. Employers responsible for asbestos-related issues differ from those who do not work with asbestos but may have a potential for exposure...
Commercial Above Grade
The Commercial Built-Up Roofing (BUR) Systems
By Rose MorrisonImage Source: https://unsplash.com In commercial roofing, finding a lasting system while providing cost savings is crucial for long-term success. Built-up roofing (BUR) systems can be the trusted solution, offering significant benefits that few other...
Benefits of Opting for a Liquid-Applied Roof Coating Over a Complete Tear-off
By Edward Klonowski Images courtesy of Gaco A durable, sealed roof is critical to protecting and insulating a building and its tenants. Many commercial roofing manufacturers offer warranties on the lifespan of commercial roofs (e.g., Holcim Building...
Enhancing Moisture Management with Latex Binders
By Mike Christy Photo courtesy of Trinseo From extending application longevity to supporting sustainable building practices, latex binders are critical for moisture management within the building and construction industry. These polymers are found in...
Structural Repairs
Crack Repair For Foundations
By Vanessa Salvia In extreme cases, piering or jacking must be done to stabilize a foundation. A cracked foundation on a home or other structure is a building owner’s nightmare. It’s also not so pleasant for the waterproofing contractor either, because fixing a...
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...
Leak Detection Systems Explained
By Joe Dakin An aerial view of many leaks in a roof.Nearly all dictionary definitions state that a leak is the result of an accident — losing or admitting contents through a hole or crack in the barrier which was supposed to prevent those losses or gains. A leak is...
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