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REMEDIAL WATERPROOFING · SYDNEY

WATERPROOFING IN SYDNEY

Stop water getting where it shouldn't. We waterproof basements, internal and external walls, balconies and retaining walls — using the right membrane, tanking or injection system for the job, to Australian Standards. Free inspection, fixed price, lifetime guarantee.

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15 years' experience
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Free inspections, fixed prices
Licensed in-house across Building · Electrical · Waterproofing · Ventilation — Excel Building Services t/a Rising Damp Sydney, Licence No. 366160C
Waterproofing Sydney

WATERPROOFING THAT ACTUALLY STOPS THE WATER

Failed waterproofing shows up as stained walls, musty basements, peeling paint and water pooling after every storm — and left alone it rots timber, corrodes steel and feeds mould. The fix is rarely one-size-fits-all: the right system depends on where the water is coming from, the substrate, and how much salt is in the masonry. We diagnose that first, then waterproof it properly so it lasts.

What we waterproof

BasementsInternal tanking and crack injection to stop leaks and damp — often without excavation.
Internal wallsMembranes and sealers for internal walls affected by water ingress and damp.
External wallsExternal waterproof coatings and membranes that keep driving rain out of the structure.
BalconiesMembrane systems with correct falls and detailing so balconies shed water, not store it.
Retaining wallsTanking and drainage so groundwater can't push through into your home or garden levels.
The right systemLiquid & sheet membranes, tanking, crack injection or sealers — matched to your job.

Sometimes water in a wall isn't a waterproofing problem at all — it's rising damp or subfloor moisture, which need a different fix, and it's often what's behind stubborn mould. We confirm the true source with a free damp inspection first, so you get the right treatment, not just the obvious one.

Our process

HOW WE WATERPROOF

01
Free inspection

We find where the water's getting in, assess the substrate and salt load, and quote a fixed price.

02
Proper preparation

Surface prep makes or breaks waterproofing. We prepare the substrate so the system bonds and lasts.

03
The right system

Membrane, tanking, crack injection or sealer — applied to AS 3740 (internal) and AS 4654.2 (external).

04
Tested & guaranteed

We make sure it's watertight and leave it clean, backed by our lifetime workmanship guarantee.

Why basements are specialist work: basement substrates are rarely clean, and high salt content can make membranes fail if the prep and product aren't right. We assess each basement case by case and choose products proven to hold on damp, salty and sandstone substrates — which is why our basement waterproofing stays watertight.
What it actually does

WHAT A WATERPROOFING FAILURE DOES — TO YOUR HOME AND TO YOU

When waterproofing fails — in a basement, retaining wall, balcony or below-ground wall — water finds its way in continuously, not just when it rains. Left unaddressed, here's what follows.

What it does to your home

  • Water seeping through basement and retaining walls, leaving them permanently damp.
  • Efflorescence (salt deposits), bubbling render and staining across affected walls.
  • Pooling water, damp floors and a constant smell of moisture in lower levels.
  • Damage to stored belongings, finishes and any fit-out in basements or garages.
  • Long-term deterioration of the structure as water attacks masonry, concrete and reinforcement.

Water is relentless — a small failure today becomes a structural problem later. Proper remedial waterproofing stops it at the source rather than chasing the symptoms inside.

What it means for the people living there

Constant moisture in a basement or lower level creates exactly the damp, humid conditions mould needs. Damp and mould are well-recognised contributors to poor indoor air quality. Australian health authorities note that living in a damp or mouldy home is associated with a higher risk of respiratory issues such as coughing, wheezing and worsening asthma, along with eye, nose and throat irritation and allergic reactions — with children, the elderly and anyone with asthma or a weakened immune system most affected.

This is general information, not medical advice. If you're concerned about health symptoms, speak with your doctor.

Real results

BEFORE & AFTER

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Before — water ingress and staining on basement wall
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After — tanked and waterproofed, dry through repeated rain
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FAQs

WATERPROOFING, ANSWERED

Yes. In many cases we can waterproof basement walls internally with tanking systems and crack injection, avoiding costly excavation. We assess each basement individually, since surface preparation and salt in the substrate strongly affect the right approach.

We cover basements, internal and external walls, balconies and retaining walls, using membranes, tanking, crack injection and sealers suited to each application.

Yes. Internal wet-area work follows AS 3740 and external above-ground waterproofing follows AS 4654.2, so the work is compliant and durable.

Common signs are water stains or pooling, a musty smell, peeling paint, efflorescence (white salt) or damp coming through basement and retaining walls after rain. A free inspection confirms the source and the right fix.

Yes — our waterproofing is backed by a lifetime workmanship guarantee, with a fixed price agreed upfront after a free inspection.

All of greater Sydney, including the Inner West, Eastern Suburbs, North Shore, Northern Beaches and Parramatta, with same-day inspections available Monday to Saturday.

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We'll find where the water's getting in and quote a fixed price to stop it — for good.

Where we work

SERVING ALL OF GREATER SYDNEY

From the Inner West to the Northern Beaches, the Eastern Suburbs to Penrith and the Blue Mountains — Rising Damp Sydney treats rising damp, mould, subfloor moisture and waterproofing problems right across the greater Sydney region. Free inspection, fixed price, same team from first call to final coat.

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RISING DAMP SYDNEY

Sydney's trusted rising damp, mould & subfloor specialists — licensed, insured and lifetime guaranteed.

Service areaAll of greater Sydney & the Blue Mountains
Phone02 9158 9901
HoursMon–Fri 7am–5pm · Sat 8am–2pm