Independent advice for complex waterproofing challenges.
Professional assessment, expert advice and tailored plans for preventing and repairing water damage.
Why do I need a waterproofing consultant?
Waterproofing issues can be complex and costly. Whether you’re dealing with active leaks, buying a property, managing new construction, or need ongoing maintenance for your apartment complex, practical waterproofing advice helps protect your property investment.
Leaks or water ingress
If you have visible signs of water entering your basement, balcony, apartment, ceiling, internal dwelling or rising up your walls, you need urgent assessment and repair advice.
Pre-purchase or pre-renovation assessments
Are you looking to buy, sell or refurbish a property? Identify existing or potential waterproofing issues with an independent assessment. Protect your investment and prevent costly surprises down the track.
Comply with Australian Waterproofing Standards
Working on a building design? Ensure installations comply with the NCC and Australia standards, prevent future leaks, manage risk, and get expert advice on the most effective waterproofing solutions.
Maintenance and preventative planning
Protect your property with tailored waterproofing maintenance strategies. Extend building life, prevent deterioration, and avoid future costly repairs.
A waterproofing consultant can identify leaks, provide advice on selecting the best waterproofing system for your unique situation, and design systems to reliably protect your property from hefty water damage repair bills.
Why you should care
A waterproofing consultant can assess risks, identify water ingress issues, and provide expert advice to protect your property. A small fix today can save you thousands tomorrow.
Prevent damage
Stop leaks before they become expensive problems. Early assessment and expert advice protect your property from requiring costly, structural repairs.
Extend building life
Safeguard your investment with tailored waterproofing strategies that ensure long-term durability and value.
Ensure compliance
Stay confident and worry-free. Waterproofing consultants keep your property aligned with the latest building codes and standards, keeping your warranty protected.
Save money long-term
Invest now to save later. Proactive maintenance and simple strategies now can save hundreds of thousands in unexpected expenses later.
When to call a consultant
How do you know if you need a waterproofing consultant? If any of these sound familiar, or you simply need a second opinion, an independent waterproofing consultant can assess the situation and future-proof your property.
Visible water stains and discoloration: Water appearing on walls, ceilings, balconies, or basements is a clear signal that expert assessment is needed before damage worsens.
Rising damp or mould: Persistent damp patches, peeling paint, or mould growth indicate moisture is seeping in. An independent consultant can pinpoint the source and stop it in its tracks.
Cracks or structural damage: Cracks in walls, floors, or around windows signal compromised waterproofing and building envelope sealing that needs professional evaluation.
Expert guidance: Unsure whether your architectural drawings or building design meet compliance standards and effectively protect against water damage? A waterproofing consultant provides expert review and guidance.
Other reasons to call: Planning a new building or renovation, installing or replacing waterproofing systems, buying or selling a property, or unexplained damp or odours.
The Schaefer solution
Schaefer Waterproofing provides expert guidance to protect your building from water ingress. We conduct a thorough inspection, provide detailed reports, select the most appropriate waterproofing system, and provide ongoing support for total peace of mind.
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Inspection and assessment
We conduct a detailed inspection of your building or property area, identify potential water entry points and assess existing conditions. From this, we develop a customised waterproofing strategy for your building type.
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Reporting
You receive a detailed report with the findings of the waterproofing inspection. This includes assessment of the existing waterproofing systems, any deficiencies identified, and recommended repairs, improvements and next steps.
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Waterproofing system selection
Based on the assessment, we recommend the most effective waterproofing solution. This could include coatings, membranes, water plugs, sealers, or repointing. Expected lifespan, budget and building requirements are taken into account.
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Installation oversight
Throughout the installation process, we ensure every step meets best-practice standards. From substrate preparation, to the correct application of membranes, coating and sealants, our workmanship ensures a reliable waterproofing outcome.
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Penetration and detailing advice
We advise and install flashings, joints, sealing gaps, windows, doors, and penetrations, ensuring continuous water barriers across all critical points of the building envelope.
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Testing and monitoring
We inspect and test the waterproofing system, and provide advice on ongoing monitoring and maintenance to guarantee long-term performance. Independent third-party leak detection can also be arranged for added assurance.
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Ongoing support
Our consultancy ensures your project is documented and managed efficiently. We provide installation records, maintenance schedules, and compliance documentation for complete transparency and confidence.
Need expert waterproofing advice? Book a call!
Get professional guidance to identify risks, prevent water damage, and protect your property’s value. Contact Schaefer Waterproofing today for a friendly, informative consultation and ensure your building stays safe, dry, and fully protected.
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