Water leaking at the basement wall: Addressing the universal building issue

Across Australia, the inclusion of basements and other habitable below-ground spaces is quickly becoming commonplace in new buildings. Water leaking at the basement wall, including the wall and wall-to-slab footing junction, is one of the most prevalent issues faced in such builds. Due to these factors, there is now a greater demand for effective waterproofing design and installation solutions that will ensure the success of projects for all parties involved.

Water Leaking at the Basement Wall: Addressing the Universal Building Issue takes a close look at basement wall leaks, what the root causes are and how they impact buildings and occupants over the long term. This discussion will help architects, designers and specifiers improve the quality and longevity of new builds by highlighting the areas of risk when designing and constructing basement walls. We also present the latest design solutions that not only help prevent the issue from occurring but also establish clear accountability if a wall leak does occur.

Dincel Structural Walls are a permanent polymer formwork system that quickly and easily snaps into place to construct all types of structural walling. When filled with ready-mixed concrete, this innovative system provides a waterproof, strong and durable protective barrier for residential, commercial and civil applications, including basements. 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.