A leaking exterior wall is much less harmless than it seems. You risk moisture problems, the exterior wall will show green deposits and become less stable over time. So there are plenty of reasons to waterproof and maintain an exterior wall. In this article, we’ll tell you how to do that.
Why Waterproof a Leaking Exterior Wall?
An exterior wall that is no longer waterproof can cause major problems. The most obvious consequence of a leaking exterior wall is, of course, moisture in the house.
Rainwater in the bricks of the exterior wall can penetrate into the interior walls. Then damp spots appear on the walls that can also bring mold with them.
Moreover, moisture in the house brings health problems. The air quality deteriorates and mold spores float through the air. Typical symptoms are coughing fits, difficulty breathing and asthma attacks, but also dizziness, headaches and even skin irritations. Preventing moisture is better than fighting moisture.
Furthermore, damp bricks are also susceptible to green deposits. Water is essential for mosses and algae to grow on your exterior wall. A waterproof exterior wall therefore also looks better than a non-waterproof exterior wall.
Waterproof the Exterior Wall with a Facade Impregnation
A damp exterior wall can be prevented with a facade impregnation, also called hydrofuge. In that case, the professionals will waterproof the facade with a moisture-repellent agent. This is impregnated or misted on top of the bricks.
The agent penetrates the exterior wall and creates a new barrier against rainwater. Moreover, this impregnating agent is completely transparent. In other words, nothing changes in the appearance of the facade. A facade impregnation is particularly efficient and remedies moisture from your home for many years.
Before our professionals waterproof the exterior wall with a facade impregnation, the exterior wall will first need to be cleaned. This is done in a professional manner. Mosses, algae or other dirt prevent the moisture-repellent agent from penetrating the bricks.
It is important to know that a facade impregnation can only be carried out on a facade in good condition. This means that damaged bricks or joints must first be repaired.
If cracks or fissures remain in the exterior wall, the hydrofuge will not be one hundred percent waterproof. For old facades, it is therefore often more interesting to carry out a facade renovation.
Waterproof the Exterior Wall with New Facade Cladding
Even better is to provide new facade cladding, especially when the facade is due for renovation. This way, you not only waterproof your exterior wall, but also give the entire house a new look.
A facade can be renovated with numerous materials. The most popular are plaster and brick slips. Plaster or facade plaster is a grainy, usually white material that can be applied on top of the old facade. It is quick and easy and also relatively inexpensive. Both modern and rural homes can be provided with plaster. Plaster itself is very waterproof and thus prevents various moisture problems. Brick slips are a good option when you want to make the exterior wall waterproof again without losing the original character of the house. Brick slips are thin bricks that look just like real bricks.
Tip: combine new facade cladding with facade insulation. An insulated facade saves you a lot of money on your energy bill and significantly increases the value of your home. The insulation panels are easily concealed with, for example, plaster. Moreover, you can only claim the interesting Mijn VerbouwPremie (My Renovation Premium) by combining new facade cladding with facade insulation.
Use Water-Repellent Paint to Make your Facade Waterproof Again
And finally, you can also use water-repellent paint. This is a good idea when you want to waterproof the exterior wall on a tight budget . Moreover, you give the exterior wall a fresh look. Only advantages! Here too, it’s important to have the facade thoroughly cleaned before you bring out the paint cans. We also recommend having cracks and fissures repaired.
Solusio Makes your Facade Waterproof Again
The experts at Solusio have extensive experience with facade impregnations. Our skilled professionals will free your home from penetrating moisture with the necessary expertise . This way, you no longer need to worry about damp spots on the walls. Contact us for free advice or make an appointment.