Waterproofing Gardens runs from roof membranes to damp walls and leaking gutters. Contractors working here quote through this page.
The systems, methods and price detail behind all of this sit under Waterproofing Cape Town.
Describe the problem and the roof or wall type. That is usually enough to price it.
Request a Gardens QuoteCommon Problems in Gardens
- Older solid walls. Much of the stock predates damp-proof courses, and the damp shows as a level tide mark near skirting height.
- Bridged damp courses. Decades of added paving, patios and driveways have raised ground levels against the wall.
- Mountain run-off. Properties on the slope take surface water moving downhill, which loads the uphill elevation and any lower-ground level.
- Steep short valleys. Pitched roofs on narrow plots have tight valleys that block with leaf litter.
- Heritage constraints. Some properties limit what can be visibly altered on the street elevation.
What Is Built Here
A mix of Victorian and Edwardian semis with pitched tiled roofs, and later apartment blocks with flat concrete roofs running up the slope towards the mountain.
Damp here is worth diagnosing before it is treated. A level line under a metre points at rising damp; patches that appear within hours of rain on the exposed elevation are penetrating damp, and the two need different work.
Services Quoted Here
| Service | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Flat roof waterproofing | Falls, ponding and outlets. See flat roof waterproofing. |
| Concrete roof waterproofing | Slabs, cracks and joints. See concrete roof waterproofing. |
| Torch on waterproofing | Membrane on concrete. See torch on waterproofing. |
| Damp proofing | Damp walls and moisture. See damp proofing. |
| Rising damp treatment | Moisture through masonry. See rising damp treatment. |
| Wall waterproofing | Driven rain and porous walls. See wall waterproofing. |
Waterproofing Gardens Prices
| Job | Indicative range | What moves it |
|---|---|---|
| Flat roof, 40 m² in torch-on | R12,000 – R24,000 | A typical sectional title roof. |
| Screed to correct falls | R250 – R600 per m² | Where water is ponding. |
| Parapet and upstand detailing | R250 – R550 per linear metre | Height and complexity. |
| Rising damp treatment | R450 – R900 per linear metre | Damp-proof course injection. |
| Rust treatment on sheet roofs | R60 – R180 per m² | Extent of corrosion. |
| Salt-retardant replastering | R300 – R650 per m² | Strip, render and finish. |
| Exterior wall coating | R90 – R220 per m² | Prepared and coated. |
| Basement or lower-level tanking | R400 – R1,500 per m² | Negative-side systems. |
| Roof waterproofing, general range | R150 – R350 per m² | System and preparation dependent. |
| Gutter cleaning, average house | R850 – R2,500 | Roof size and access. |
Budget ranges only, not a quotation. Drawn from published South African waterproofing and roofing pricing so you have a starting point before anyone visits.
Ask what each rate includes. A cheap rate that excludes stripping and preparation is not cheaper.
Send the same brief to several contractors so the quotes are actually comparable.
Get a Gardens QuoteSurrounding Coverage
Also covering Oranjezicht, Tamboerskloof, Vredehoek and Higgovale.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is rising damp common in Gardens?
It is genuinely present in the older solid-wall stock, more so than in most parts of the city. It is also over-diagnosed, so a moisture survey before treatment is worth the fee.
Can waterproofing be done on a heritage-listed property?
Usually, but visible changes to a street elevation may need approval. Roof work and internal damp treatment are generally less constrained than anything that alters the facade.
Should I get a written report as well as a quote?
On anything beyond a simple repair it helps. A report setting out what was found and why a system was chosen gives you something to compare against and something to refer back to if the work is questioned later.
What should a waterproofing quote include?
The measured area, the system and product by name, the number of coats or layers, the preparation being done, how upstands and outlets are detailed, access equipment, the guarantee term and the exclusions.
Does a roof need to be repaired before it is coated?
Yes. Cracked tiles, loose ridge caps, corroded fasteners and failed flashings must be dealt with first. Paint or coating over a defect hides it and the eventual repair costs more.
How do I know if my damp is rising or penetrating?
Rising damp holds a fairly level line, usually below a metre, and does not change much with the weather. Penetrating damp appears at any height, follows a defect, and worsens within hours of rain.
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