Plaza Deck, Podium & Balcony Waterproofing
Allana Buick & Bers, Inc. (ABB) provides waterproofing consulting services for plaza decks, podiums, balconies, lanais, and other horizontal building enclosure assemblies. Our team supports new construction, renovation, and remedial projects through waterproofing design reviews, condition assessments, water intrusion investigations, remedial design, and construction-phase consulting.
Effective horizontal waterproofing requires careful consideration of drainage, structural movement, expansion joints, membrane selection, and integration with adjacent building components. ABB evaluates these conditions to help owners, architects, and contractors address water intrusion risks and support long-term system performance.
Horizontal waterproofing expertise includes:
- Plaza decks
- Concrete podiums
- Balconies
- Planters
- Lanai
- Decks over living space
- Intensive and extensive garden roofs
- Hot fluid-applied waterproofing membranes
- Self-adhering sheet waterproofing
- Cold fluid-applied waterproofing membranes
Waterproofing Assessment, Design & Repair
ABB provides technical consulting for horizontal waterproofing assemblies, including evaluation of existing conditions, drainage systems, membrane transitions, penetrations, and expansion joints.
For existing buildings experiencing water intrusion or deterioration, ABB performs investigations to identify potential sources of leakage and develops repair recommendations based on observed conditions. Our services also include construction documentation, construction administration, and construction monitoring to support waterproofing rehabilitation and replacement projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is podium deck waterproofing?
Podium deck waterproofing protects elevated concrete slabs and occupied spaces below from water intrusion. These assemblies often support landscaped areas, pedestrian walkways, amenity spaces, or other exterior features.
What causes water intrusion in plaza decks and podiums?
Common causes include deteriorated waterproofing membranes, inadequate drainage, failed expansion joints, improper flashing details, and deficiencies at penetrations or transitions between building components.
How are podium deck waterproofing failures investigated?
Investigations may include visual assessments, moisture testing, selective exploratory openings, and evaluation of drainage and waterproofing details. Findings help determine potential sources of leakage and appropriate repair strategies.
Can a leaking podium deck be repaired without complete replacement?
Depending on the condition and extent of deterioration, localized repairs may be possible. A condition assessment and water intrusion investigation can help determine whether targeted repairs or more extensive waterproofing replacement is appropriate.
