Expert Tiling & Waterproofing Services in Brisbane

📋 Legal Requirements

In Queensland, waterproofing in designated wet areas—such as bathrooms, showers, and laundries—must be carried out by a licensed professional. This applies to both residential and commercial properties. While kitchens, kitchenettes, bar zones, and food prep areas aren’t classified as “wet areas” under current building codes, it’s still strongly recommended to waterproof these spaces to protect surfaces and maintain hygiene.

These legal standards exist to prevent moisture-related damage that can lead to serious health and safety risks. Issues like hidden mould, rotting timber, and water ingress can compromise a building’s structure and potentially cause illness or injury if left unchecked.

🛡️ Insurance Coverage

If your property suffers structural damage due to poor waterproofing, repairs may be costly. Typically, you can file a claim through your home or business insurance—but only if the waterproofing was done by a licensed professional.

If the work was carried out by an unlicensed contractor or attempted as DIY, your insurer may decline the claim outright. That’s why investing in certified waterproofing from the outset isn’t just smart—it’s essential for long-term protection and peace of mind.

✅ Workmanship Guarantee

Licensed waterproofers don’t just apply membranes—they guarantee them. If a professionally applied membrane fails, the installer is responsible for fixing it under warranty. This gives you a safety net that’s simply not available with DIY installations.

On the other hand, if you install waterproofing yourself and something goes wrong, you’re left to cover all costs and repairs—with no warranty, no support, and no fallback.

🧠 Skills, Speed & Material Knowledge

Watching DIY videos can give you confidence, but not the years of hands-on experience that qualified waterproofers bring. Licensed professionals know which membranes suit which surfaces, how to prep correctly, and how to troubleshoot mid-project. They work faster, cleaner, and with the right tools and products from day one.

Without this expertise, it’s easy to miss steps, use the wrong materials, or apply products incorrectly—mistakes that cost more to fix than hiring a pro in the first place.