Current flat roof bituminous membranes waterproofing systems - inspection, diagnosis and pathology classification

In this paper, a classification system for flat roof waterproofing inspection is presented. The main anomalies liable to be detected in waterproofing systems are listed and classified. All the direct and indirect possible causes of the potential defects, as well as the repair techniques, are also catalogued and classified. The practical use of the system is exemplified with anomalies and repair forms.