Скачать или смотреть Episode 67 - The Waterproofing Consultant

This episode delves into the relentless and often-invisible war that every building must wage against water. It presents waterproofing not as a single product or a simple step in the construction process but as a complex, multi-layered, and absolutely critical system that determines a building's long-term health and durability. The conversation highlights a sobering statistic: a staggering 90% of all construction litigation is related to water intrusion, a fact that underscores the immense financial and personal cost of getting this wrong.



The episode then breaks down the different fronts in this hidden war, from the ground up. It explores the critical importance of proper foundation design, particularly in areas with high water tables or poor soil drainage, and discusses the use of materials like polyethylene moisture barriers and specialized drainage systems to keep groundwater from wicking up into the structure. The discussion then moves to the building envelope, explaining how a combination of weather-resistive barriers, air barriers, and carefully designed flashing systems must work together to create a continuous, impenetrable shield against rain, snow, and even airborne moisture.



The latter half of the episode focuses on the "unsung heroes" of this battle: the specialized waterproofing consultants and contractors who bring a deep, scientific understanding to this complex challenge. It emphasizes that this is not a job for generalists; it requires a profound knowledge of material science, building physics, and the intricate details of how different components and systems interact. The episode concludes by affirming that while it may be hidden from view, a building's waterproofing system is truly its most essential line of defense, a silent guardian that is absolutely paramount to its enduring success.