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The stories and features in the magazine are geared toward hardworking contractors and small business owners who need relevant information, written in plain English, applicable to his business and jobsite.
WATERPROOF! Magazine reaches virtually every segment of the waterproofing industry. Coverage includes:
Residential Below Grade – Spray-applied foundation sealants, self-adhered sheet goods, footing drain tiles, dimple membranes and sump pump systems, crack repair, carbon fiber straps, piering, basement finishing, crawl-space, mold remediation, and moisture management.
Commercial Above and Below Grade – Subway tunnels, wastewater treatment plants, all facets of commercial and industrial waterproofing, underslab barriers, crystalline admixtures, polyurea coatings, curtain grouting, waterstops, blindside, above-grade air barriers, joint sealants and more.
Commercial Roofing – Single-ply, built-up, and ballasted roofing, reflective cool roofing, electronic leak detection, vegetated “green roof” systems, and spray-on coatings.
In the Current Issue:
Managing Shrinkage Cracks in HCA-Waterproofed Concrete Structures
[adrotate group="6"]Paid AdvertisementBy David Webster, PE, SE, Ph.D Photos courtesy of David Webster Over the last several years, hydrophilic crystalizing admixtures (HCAs) have emerged as an alternative to traditional waterproofing membranes as the primary...
Beyond 6-Mil Poly: The Case for Class A Vapor Barriers
[adrotate group="6"]Paid AdvertisementBy Vanessa Salvia Images courtesy of ISI Building Products 10-mil Class A vapor barrier installed on a commercial project. Image shows penetrations and seams sealed with vapor-retarding tape. Moisture intrusion through concrete...
Polyurea Coatings: A Fast-Curing Solution for Waterproofing Concrete Decks
[adrotate group="6"]Paid Advertisement By Vanessa Salvia Photos courtesy of Polyglass A crew primes before hand-applying Polyglass Tecnocoat. When it comes to waterproofing concrete decks, designers and contractors are increasingly turning to polyurea...
Deep Foundation Waterproofing: Why a Holistic Approach Matters
By Lisa Semling, GCP Photos courtesy of GCP Below-grade waterproofing underway at Providence Swedish Hospital in Seattle. Urban density, soaring property values, and the demand for mixed-use developments are driving construction teams to dig deeper than...
2026 World of Concrete Preview
World of ConcreteExhibits: January 20-22, 2026Education: January 19-22, 2026Las Vegas Convention CenterLas Vegas, Nevadawww.worldofconcrete.com When the new year rolls around, so does the trade show schedule. Trade shows can be overwhelming, with thousands...
Residential Below Grade
Breathing Easy With Good Indoor Air Quality, Starting with the Basement
By Vanessa Salvia Photo courtesy of BILCO As homeowners increasingly transform their basements into livable spaces — home theaters, offices, workout rooms, and family gathering areas — the importance of maintaining healthy indoor air quality in these...
Moisture Management in Basements
By Erika Lacroix Photos courtesy of EZ Breathe Ventilation Systems Installation of external, subsoil drainage system to prevent water from entering basement wall. Basement moisture problems are one of the most common challenges in residential construction and...
Properly Encapsulating a Crawlspace
By Vanessa Salvia Photos courtesy of CrawlSpace Depot For many homeowners, the crawlspace is an out-of-sight, out-of-mind area. However, leaving this space unchecked can lead to moisture problems, poor indoor air quality, and wasted energy. Properly...
Commercial Above Grade
Beyond 6-Mil Poly: The Case for Class A Vapor Barriers
[adrotate group="6"]Paid AdvertisementBy Vanessa Salvia Images courtesy of ISI Building Products 10-mil Class A vapor barrier installed on a commercial project. Image shows penetrations and seams sealed with vapor-retarding tape. Moisture intrusion through concrete...
Polyurea Coatings: A Fast-Curing Solution for Waterproofing Concrete Decks
[adrotate group="6"]Paid Advertisement By Vanessa Salvia Photos courtesy of Polyglass A crew primes before hand-applying Polyglass Tecnocoat. When it comes to waterproofing concrete decks, designers and contractors are increasingly turning to polyurea...
Restoration vs. Replacement: Maximizing Commercial Roof Performance
By Vanessa Salvia Photo courtesy of Sika Corp. Application of Sikalastic EP Primer liquid applied product, a low odor, low VOC product that is fast curing and applied with either a brush or a roller onto most common substrates. Commercial roofing presents...
Structural Repairs
Managing Shrinkage Cracks in HCA-Waterproofed Concrete Structures
[adrotate group="6"]Paid AdvertisementBy David Webster, PE, SE, Ph.D Photos courtesy of David Webster Over the last several years, hydrophilic crystalizing admixtures (HCAs) have emerged as an alternative to traditional waterproofing membranes as the primary...
Below-Grade Crack Repair Solutions
By Vanessa Salvia Photos courtesy of Emecole This repair included Emecole’s Titan Crack and Mortar Filler which is used to fill in any mortar joints or divots so the strap will lay perfectly flat. It was then followed by Emecole’s Titan Saturant, then...
The Role of High Voltage Electronic Leak Detection in Waterproofing Integrity
By Jim Campbell, Operations Manager, Tinker & Rasor Photos courtesy of Tinker & Rasor In the world of commercial roofing, maintaining waterproofing integrity is a non-negotiable priority. Leaks in roofing systems can lead to costly damage,...