A concrete contractor must consider several factors when constructing a new commercial building. The drainage system is one of these features. Since most concrete mixes don’t absorb water, the developer must consider how to handle runoff to avoid damaging the foundation. Here’s what you should know about potential water damage and what type of waterproofing system is best for your property.

Why Drainage Is Key to Waterproofing Systems

If the property doesn’t have the proper waterproofing system, water from rain, underground sources, and roof runoff may damage the building’s foundation. Excessive water around the foundation can cause leaks, mold growth, structural damage, foundational shifting, and harm to electrical systems.

Without an adequate solution, the property will require more maintenance. While it may help to install lightweight insulating concrete on the exterior and to add balcony and breezeway waterproofing for walkways, if the water has nowhere to go, it’ll eventually wear down these measures and make its way to the foundation.

While it’s not possible to prevent the water from coming, an effective concrete drainage strategy can divert the water away from the building so that it isn’t able to wear down any waterproofing installations.

How to Install the Best Commercial Drainage Solution

To ensure efficient drainage throughout the commercial property, concrete contractors must consider the most affected areas. To prevent roof leaks or damage, a commercial roofing contractor needs to install an efficient gutter system.

This includes adequate sloping to allow the water to run off, gutters with guards to prevent blockages, and downspouts that safely divert the water away from the property without allowing it to pool near the foundation. There are also PMMA waterproofing systems that use a rapidly curing liquid coating to provide additional protection from water damage and corrosion to avoid costly damage to the roof.

Standing water is another issue contractors must deal with, and this requires proper grading of the surrounding soil to allow water to safely drain away from the building. Other solutions, like subsurface drainage pipes, rock beds, channel drains, and catch basins facilitate the drainage to keep the property protected.

 

Make sure your commercial property has the best drainage solution by working with the experts at Pro-Crete Systems of Florida in Largo. This concrete contractor has more than 30 years of experience and will evaluate your property to determine the proper drainage solution. Schedule a free estimate by calling (727) 526-8090 or learn more about their services online.