Can basement mould affect the rest of the building? Ensuring compliance with NCC 2022 Mould & Mildew Regulations

Over recent years, Australia has experienced record-breaking rainfall and floods, making mould growth a serious concern. Unfortunately, mould can spread more easily than is commonly thought. Studies have revealed that mould originating in a basement can travel to other areas within a building. Therefore, if you design a basement that is susceptible to mould, you are likely contributing to a building that is non-compliant with the National Construction Code’s mould and mildew regulations.

Can Basement Mould Affect the Rest of the Building? Ensuring Compliance With NCC 2022 Mould & Mildew Regulations discusses the issues surrounding basement mould and how recent studies and industry developments are impacting the design and specification of basement waterproofing solutions. As the existence of direct mould in isolated spaces of a house can lead to exposure in other areas of the structure, basements should be designed for zero water ingress under any circumstances.

The only effective solution to prevent water from entering the building interior is for the basement to be fully tanked or, better still, to utilise the Dincel Waterproof Basement Solution and Dincel Waterproof Warranty. The new Dincel Waterproof Warranty, which includes the Dincel Wall, the Dincel Water Stop (DWS) accessory, self-compacting concrete, and an injection system, promises up to 50 years of leak-free performance.

Download this whitepaper to learn how these issues impact basement waterproofing product design, specification and installation.