Engaging specialist input at the very early stages of design is crucial when planning construction of a below ground structure and determining its waterproofing strategy. The relevant British Standard BS8102:2022 underlines the importance of a correctly designed waterproofing system and recommends involving a waterproofing specialist as part of the project design team.
To develop an effective waterproofing solution, the full scope and scale of the project must first be established. The design team at Barker Morris is trained to identify these requirements at the earliest stage and to maintain regular communication with those overseeing the overall project design.
Barker Morris designs all projects in strict accordance with the relevant British Standards. For example, BS 8102:2022 is the “Code of practice for protection of below ground structures against water from the ground”. Amongst other things this British Standard covers the use of Type A waterproofing barrier materials. Type B structurally integral watertight construction (waterproof concrete) and Type C drained cavity construction. The design team at Barker Morris are not only very familiar with this particular code but also are aware and coordinate the requirements of all other relevant British Standards in any project. This has to date proved to be of valuable assistance to Architects and Engineers being faced with design problems below ground for the first time.
The required performance level at project completion may vary depending on the intended use of the area and the client’s specific requirements. The CSSW and WDS design teams at Barker Morris continuously monitor the latest developments and techniques in this field. This ensures that clients and their professional advisors can have confidence that Barker Morris delivers the most effective waterproofing solutions, carefully designed to address all relevant factors
Despite being a Chartered Building Company Barker Morris chooses on purpose to design and install waterproofing systems only. However, they can provide clients with the complete construction package if required by way of their sister company. Such specific services include in house Project Management and Quantity Surveying.
In Structural Waterproofing, Barker Morris does not align itself with any particular manufacturer and will select the most appropriate system and material according to technical and economic requirements.
