Waterproofing leaking showers 

WHAT WE DO TO REPAIR DAMAGED WALLS

Termites and Timber rot are the biggest destroyers of homes, attacking the timber frame that holds the roof in position.

The first thing that always deteriorates or is eaten, is the bottom plate, this timber holds the wall from moving SIDE TO SIDE and holds the trusses up, there is a lot of downwards weight, so depending on the integrity of the frame, it could cause a lot of movement thus causing the waterproofing membrane to be compromised.

What we do first: 

• Stabilize the wall by propping them to take the weight off the ceilings
• Replace the bottom plate with new CCA Treated pine, we dyner bolt them into position
• Then we work to replace or strengthen the stud walls, using always Treated studs.

A lot of the time we need to remove walls on both sides to get to the damage, BUT when finished it will be as strong, if not stronger than the original as we also screw and glue the new timber to old studs.

I recommend always to fix a leaking shower as early as possible; it will cost you a fraction then if we need to replace structured walls.

What you can do to protect your home

• Always check for mould it’s the biggest giveaway, cupboards, door jamps and skirting will discolour
• Damp smell is another culprit
• Termites can come in through your weep hole and compromise your timber studs
• If you are not sure get a plumber in to check if the damp is caused by a leaking pipe or water proofing membrane failure