TERRACE AND BALCONY WATERPROOFING

Terraces and balconies are exposed throughout the year to rain, frost, solar radiation and changing temperatures. If the waterproofing is incorrectly selected or installed, moisture can enter the structure, damage the finish and cause leakage into the rooms below. The waterproofing must therefore be considered together with the substrate, falls, drainage and intended surface finish.
A system selected for the construction
There is no single universal solution for every terrace or balcony. The design must consider whether the membrane will be covered with tiles, decking, ballast or another accessible finish, as well as the connections to doors, parapets, drains and railing fixings. Depending on the project, an EPDM, TPO or PVC membrane system and its compatible accessories may be evaluated.
Critical details
Most failures occur at junctions and penetrations rather than in the main membrane area. Internal and external corners, thresholds, drains, movement joints, parapets and fixings require particular attention. These details should be designed before installation and completed with mutually compatible system materials.
Waterproofing for the Latvian climate
A waterproofing system must remain flexible through repeated freeze-thaw cycles, withstand UV exposure and accommodate movements in the construction. A correctly selected and professionally installed membrane system helps reduce the risk of leakage and repeated repairs.
How to select the right system
Before selecting materials, the condition of the construction, substrate, falls, drainage, expected loads and final finish must be assessed. ELEVATE LATVIA can help evaluate a suitable waterproofing system and the required detailing for the specific project.

Contact ELEVATE LATVIA to discuss a waterproofing solution for your terrace or balcony.