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Waterproofing / Site problem guide

Torch-applied membrane lap failure

Water tracks beneath an APP membrane after rain.

A practical decision sequence

Diagnose the cause, then verify the repair.

Use the site evidence to agree a project-specific method with the responsible engineer, concrete producer, manufacturer or specialist applicator.

01 / Symptom

What is happening?

Water tracks beneath an APP membrane after rain.

02 / Inspect and test

Evidence to collect

Inspect lap width, torch fusion, fishmouths, substrate adhesion and terminations.

03 / Likely mechanism

Why it can fail

Cold laps, overheating or wrinkles can interrupt sheet continuity.

04 / Technical response

Choose the system

Remove unsound areas and rebuild laps and details with compatible material.

05 / Site execution

Control the application

Follow product-specific overlap and torch method; use fire controls and protect finished work.

06 / Acceptance

Verify the result

Inspect every lap and termination before protection; carry out specified seam or water test.

Avoid this shortcut

Do not leave exposed fishmouths under protective screed.

These guides are editorial starting points, not a project specification. Confirm the design, product data, substrate conditions and inspection plan for the actual site.
Technical references

References inform the topic; they do not endorse a specific product for this project.

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