Elevator Pit Waterproofing Services
NWCW specializes in elevator pit waterproofing and repair in the commercial, multi family, industrial, and retail space.
Common Elevator Pit Waterproofing issues can arise for multiple reasons. NWCW not only addresses each issue but Preventatively remediates problems that can arise in the future. This wholistic approach provides a lasting solution.
Elevator Pit Waterproofing
waterproofing an elevator pit requires unique knowledge and understanding of the environment in which elevators operate. we provide comprehensive waterproofing solutions that prevent and seal elevator pits while addressing the core issue, not just it’s symptoms.
Why do elevator pits leak and is waterproofing an elevator pit needed in the pacific northwest?
Elevator pits are highly susceptible to flooding and water damage, especially here in the Pacific Northwest. Because elevator pits are constructed from porous concrete and sit at the absolute lowest point of a building, they naturally bear the brunt of rising water tables and intense hydrostatic pressure from our heavy seasonal rains. Making matters worse, the constant vibration from heavy, moving elevator components can cause the concrete to settle and crack over time, opening up creating cracks and degrading the construction joints. When PNW soils become completely saturated, water finds these weak points and forces its way inside. Left unaddressed, a leaking elevator pit can quickly lead to corroded machinery, electrical hazards, and costly code violations. Effective elevator pit waterproofing requires specialized solutions—like injecting polyurethane and applying crystalline coatings—to stop active leaks from the inside out and keep your building safe and compliant.
WE provide solutions that prevent and seal LEAKs IN elevator CONCRETE SURFACES AND STRUCTURES providing A “BETTER THAN NEW” FINISHED PRODUCT.
NWCW achieves these waterproofing solutions through a number of techniques, including:
negative side waterproofing for Elevator Pits
chemical injection with hydrophilic and hydro Phobic polyurethanes for elevator pits
flexible, water-activated grout pumped from inside a structure for leak remediation in elevator pits
epoxy injection for structural cracks in Elevator Pits
spray and Trowel applied cementitious coatings
sheet-applied, standalone liners for extremely deteriorated in-ground concrete structures
NWCW has deep knowledge of specialized waterproofing products such as:
Kosters
Avanti
And many more.
Small details make the difference in elevator pit waterproofing. knowledge of knowing when to use a crystalline grout, Hydrophobic, or Hydrophilic polyurethane, can make the difference in providing a solution versus a short term fix. nWCW’s extensive knowledge of these Nuanced details sets us apart when dealing with the specific Aspects of waterproofing a elevator pit.
for more urgent situations, check out our elevator pit leak repair page.