The rise of podium gardens and green terraces in modern architecture introduces unique risks. The combination of constant moisture, fertilizer chemicals, and particularly the aggressive growth of plant roots poses a significant threat to the underlying structural slab. Our garden waterproofing service is highly specialized, focusing not just on water exclusion, but also on preventing root penetration.
Key Problems We Solve:
- Root Penetration: Plant roots can easily breach standard membranes. We install dedicated Root Barrier Membranes to halt their progress and protect the slab.
- Constant Saturation: Soil retains water, constantly pressing moisture against the slab. We create a multi-layered system (drainage, filter, membrane) to keep the structural concrete dry.
- Mechanical Stress: Using high-density protection boards to withstand the pressure and weight of heavy soil, water, and landscaping elements.
- Drainage Failure: Preventing water ponding and accumulation by installing highly effective Drainage Cells and ensuring proper slope for efficient water runoff.
Our Specialized Techniques:
- Root Barrier Membrane: Utilizing specialized high-density, puncture-resistant membranes (e.g., HDPE or specific chemical barriers) designed to resist root infiltration.
- Drainage Cell Installation: Implementing a modular system of drainage cells that create an air gap between the membrane and the soil, efficiently routing excess water away.
- Protection Board System: Installing tough protection boards over the membrane layer to shield it from damage during backfilling and landscaping work.
- Integrated Multi-Layer System: Applying a multi-layer waterproofing coating, followed by the membrane, filter layers, and the drainage system.
Result: We guarantee a beautiful, thriving, and sustainable garden or podium area that provides environmental benefits without causing leakage, structural damage, or efflorescence to the building below.