Designed to save you time and money, this expert resource discusses the causes and effects of water-related problems…time tested solutions for keeping water damage from occurring…methods for enhancing construction quality to reduce claims…tips on selecting the right firm to perform waterproof design and construction…guidance on achieving effective maintenance and repair…and more.

The Illustrated Guide to Waterproof Construction features more than 150 illustrations showing how to improve details and create higher-quality buildings; waterproofing methods that comply with the International Building Code; as well as numerous examples and case studies from the United States, China, and Canada.

Inside this Complete Waterproofing Sourcebook

Table of contents

• Introduction
• 1. What Are the Most Common Problems?
• 2. How to Prevent Problems
• 3. Pre-Design Phase
• 4. Design Phase
• 5. Bidding and Permitting
• 6. Construction
• 7. Post-Construction
• Glossary
• References