What is Roof Leakage Detection?

Understanding Different Roofs:Membrane roofs became popular in UK and Ireland in the 1970’s and is the most commonly used roofing system in commercial setting as they are very efficient in protecting the buildings from water leakages as they are laid on the flat rooftops. The most commonly used material is Thermoset, PVC or related material and modified bitumen. Roof Leak Detection Tests:Even though, there is an increase in the installations of membrane roofs everywhere, performance of the same has weakened due to poor workmanship, method of...

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The Need for Flood Testing and Other Techniques in Roof Leak Detection

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Integral Factors that Govern your Hire of Flat-Roof Leak Detection Specialists

When you suspect there is a leak in the roof of your commercial building or institution, ascertaining its presence is necessary before you call a team to fix the damage. This quest for drip detection specialists can lead you to a number of service providers online. Making certain that you engage proficient professionals for your institution’s flat-roof leak detection is vital. Use these pointers to sort the specialists from the rest of the service providers you come across to engage the right experts.      Insurance Cover...

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Unpreventable Aspects of Roof Damage and Factors that Cause them

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Effective Tips to Prevent Basement Leaks

Basement leakage may be caused due to number of reasons including a crack in the building foundation, poor lot grading or drainage, overflowing eaves troughs, blocked connection between the building and the main sewer in the street or a back-up of wastewater in the sewer system. Basement leak detection in UK helps you to fix the leakage problems. Water leakage in the basements can be avoided by following a few maintenance tips. Install Gutters Installing gutters and downspouts prevent rain water from dumping to your foundation wall. Maintaining...

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What is Flood Testing?

Although flood testing isn’t a common leak detection practice followed today, it continues to remain effective when electronic testing is impractical or in areas that are continually submerged in water (swimming pools, water fountains, etc.) Sometimes, it is necessary to ensure that a structure can withstand substantial water leakage. What is flood testing? The area to be tested is completely filled with water without allowing a chance to escape either through the drain or other source. The water is filled to a minimum depth of 1” and a maximum...

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What is Electronic Leak Detection?

Electronic leak detection is a simple but effective method used by professional leakage detection companies in the UK. The method is often hyped up by companies to justify unusually high consultation fees. What is Electronic Leak Detection? Electronic leak detection or earth leak detection are a series of procedures used to detect leaks. They’re ideal for all commercial establishments especially rail-road tracks, parking lots, etc. One method is the low voltage test for waterproofing membranes and is used by architects and construction...

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Common Reasons for Roof Leaks

It is not good idea to assume that water leaking from the ceiling is directly coming from a leak or hole directly above it. The water can get in from just about anywhere to wend its way down the roof deck before dropping from the ceiling. For primary UK and Ireland leak detection, consider what expert inspectors suggest – start from outside and look for any of the following troubles before heading up to the attic:1. Plumbing PenetrationsPenetration may be made for plumbing vent pipes, ventilation fan ducts, exhaust fuel pipes and many others....

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