PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC
BALCONY MEMBRANES
Balconies & Elevated Decks
Multi-layer polyurethane traffic membranes with perimeter cant strips and code-approved drip flashing.
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MOISTURE BARRIERS • DIV 07
FL CGC1517295 • CCC1329271
Shower Waterproofing in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A leaking shower can destroy framing, drywall, and finishes for months before you notice. We waterproof showers and wet areas the right way, the first time.
ASTM C836 / D412
High-Elongation Membrane
ICRI CSP 3-4 Profile
Shot-Blasted Adhesion
100% In-House Crews
Dual-Licensed Quality
FL STATE LICENSED
CGC1517295 • CCC1329271
100%
In-House Crews • Zero Brokers
SUB-TROPICAL MOISTURE DEFENSE • DIV 07 BARRIERS
Shower Waterproofing Done Behind the Tile
Shower waterproofing in Fort Lauderdale is the hidden layer that determines whether a tile shower lasts 20 years or 5 — and most homeowners and building managers don't think about it until water damage has already appeared in the ceiling below or the wall adjacent to the shower. In South Florida's warm, humid climate, a shower waterproofing failure doesn't just produce water staining — it creates the mold conditions that Fort Lauderdale's heat and moisture actively encourage. At Planet Construction FL, we install shower and wet area waterproofing systems for new construction, remodels, and leak repairs that protect the building structure and prevent the costly interior damage that inadequate shower waterproofing causes.
Monolithic Polyurethane Membranes
Cold fluid-applied and PMMA systems cure seamlessly, eliminating lap-joint water entry points.
Mechanical Substrate Profiling
Diamond grinding and shot-blasting achieve ICRI CSP 3-4 anchor profiles for high-strength chemical bonding.
Dual-Licensed Permitting & Execution
Single-source responsibility combining General Contractor (CGC1517295) and Roofing Contractor (CCC1329271) licenses.
Field Failure Reality • Moisture Intrusion
Shower Leaks Damage Everything Around Them
Most shower leaks aren't dramatic — they're slow, hidden, and invisible until the damage is serious. Water finds its way past failed grout, bad caulking, or improperly waterproofed substrates and starts rotting framing and growing mold inside walls. By the time the homeowner notices, the repair has expanded from a tile job to a full demo and rebuild.
Mandatory Building Department Benchmark • FBC Standards
Engineered Protocol • Quality Assurance
Wet Area Waterproofing That Lasts
We waterproof showers and wet areas the way they should be — with proper substrates, full membrane systems behind the tile, correctly installed drains and curbs, and sealed transitions. The waterproofing happens before the tile, not after, because that's the only way it actually works long-term. Every install meets or exceeds tile council standards.
Fully documented for engineer of record milestone recertification file
COMMERCIAL • MULTI-FAMILY • RESIDENTIAL
Why Shower Waterproofing Matters
Tile grout is not waterproof — it is water-resistant at best, and in South Florida's daily shower use environment, grout lines allow moisture to migrate behind tile continuously. Without a proper waterproofing membrane beneath the tile-setting bed, this moisture accumulates in the wall and floor substrate, saturating building materials and creating ideal conditions for mold growth. In multi-story condominiums and apartment buildings, water migrating through a shower floor without adequate waterproofing doesn't stay in the bathroom — it travels through the floor slab and appears as water staining or active leaking in the ceiling of the unit below. In Fort Lauderdale's condo-dense market, shower waterproofing failures are one of the most frequent causes of unit-to-unit water damage claims — and the root cause is almost always inadequate membrane installation in the original construction or remodel.
PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC
HEAVY TRAFFIC DECKS
Parking Garage Deck Systems
Heavy-duty aggregate-filled elastomeric urethane systems resisting vehicular abrasion and chloride penetration.
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SUBTERRANEAN
BELOW-GRADE DEFENSE
Foundation & Elevator Pits
Hydrostatic pressure barriers, bentonite sheets, and crystalline injection halting water table infiltration.
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EXPANSION JOINTS
SEALANTS & CAULKING
Perimeter & Window Seals
High-movement structural silicone and polyurethane joint sealants for window perimeters and wall transitions.
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ROOT-RESISTANT
PLANTER INTEGRITY
Built-In Landscape Planters
Root-barrier membranes, drainage boards, and internal flashing terminating soil moisture migration.
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DRAINAGE RELIEF
HYDROSTATIC RELIEF
Sump Pumps & Sub-Surface Drains
Commercial cast-iron sump assemblies and perforated gravity drain lines protecting basement and slab levels.
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Regulatory Code Standards • ASTM & FBC Compliance
Waterproofing Membrane Systems for Showers
Modern shower waterproofing relies on a continuous membrane system installed beneath the tile-setting bed on all shower surfaces — the floor, all walls to at least 6 inches above the top of the shower head, and at the shower curb or threshold. Sheet membrane systems — typically fabric or polyethylene-backed materials bonded with compatible adhesive — provide a reliable, consistent waterproofing layer with predictable performance. Liquid-applied membrane systems — brush or roller-applied elastomeric compounds — are effective on complex geometries and tile-ready surfaces where sheet membrane detailing at inside corners and penetrations is challenging. Foam shower system boards with integrated waterproofing surface are a complete substrate-and-membrane solution for new shower construction. Planet Construction FL selects the appropriate system for each project based on construction type, tile specification, and the specific condition of the existing substrate.
Licensed CGC1517295 • CCC1329271 Execution
Direct Engineer of Record Special Inspections
Waterproofing Verification Criteria
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
ICRI CSP 3–4 Profile & Moisture Test
Shot-blast or diamond grind, ASTM F1869 calcium chloride moisture vapor emission test.
MEMBRANE PERFORMANCE
ASTM C836 High Solids Elastomeric
Seamless crack-bridging membrane with >300 PSI substrate pull-off adhesion.
BUILDING CODE CONFORMANCE
FBC Chapter 14 & ICRI Guidelines
Comprehensive flashing at railing anchors, drains, thresholds, and wall perimeters.
FIELD APPLICATION SPECIFICATIONS
New Shower Construction vs. Leak Repair
New shower construction waterproofing is the most straightforward application — the membrane is installed on fresh, clean substrate with no existing tile to work around, and the full shower envelope can be properly prepared and membraned in sequence. Shower leak repair is more complex — the source of the leak must be confirmed, existing tile must be removed in the affected area (which typically expands beyond the visibly damaged zone once tile removal begins and the full extent of substrate damage is revealed), the damaged substrate must be dried and repaired, and the new membrane must be integrated with any existing membrane that is remaining. Planet Construction FL approaches shower repair with the same discipline as new construction — removing all compromised material before installing new membrane, not patching over damaged substrate and hoping the patch holds in South Florida's daily use environment.
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Acoustic hammer sounding for hidden delaminations, diamond grinding to CSP 3-4, and concrete crack routing.
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Chipping spalls, treating corroded steel, forming perimeter cove seal fillets, and detail-flashing all drains.
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Two-component epoxy moisture barrier primer penetrating concrete pores to eliminate outgassing and maximize pull-off strength.
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High-build elastomeric membrane basecoat, reinforced fiber scrim, and aggregate-broadcast UV topcoat for non-slip protection.
Asset Managers • HOA Boards
Wet Room & Bathroom Waterproofing
Beyond the shower enclosure, other wet areas in Fort Lauderdale's residential and commercial buildings benefit from waterproofing protection. Bathroom floors adjacent to showers receive full floor membrane systems in wet room designs where there is no shower curb and the entire bathroom floor may be wet. Steam shower enclosures require membrane systems that extend to the full ceiling of the shower space, as steam penetrates further than liquid water. Commercial kitchen wet areas — prep sinks, dishwashing stations, beverage stations — are waterproofed beneath the tile-setting bed and at all floor drain details. Laundry rooms with direct-to-drain floor pans, spa wet areas, and pool changing rooms are all applications where Planet Construction FL's wet area waterproofing protects the structure from the daily moisture exposure these spaces generate.
Multi-Unit Program Support
Phased construction logistics, resident notices, reserve study alignment, and direct engineer of record milestone recertification sign-offs.
HOA Board Presentation Packages & Milestone Recertification Decks
Multi-Year Capital Expenditure Phasing to Mitigate Special Assessments
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Direct Qualifier CGC1517295 • No Obligation Board Review
RECENT REGIONAL PERFORMANCE • VERIFIED SITES
Documented Waterproofing Projects • South Florida Portfolio
Engineering-compliant high-performance traffic membranes, structural joint sealants, and building envelope moisture defenses across Broward and Palm Beach counties.
WESTON • CONDOMINIUM
Weston Condo Balcony Waterproofing
Multi-layer polyurethane pedestrian traffic membrane, cove perimeter detailing, and non-slip wear course over 48 residential units.
FORT LAUDERDALE • COMMERCIAL DECK
Commercial Parking Deck Traffic Coating
Shot-blast surface profiling, heavy vehicular urethane membrane application, and reflective stall restriping over 4 levels.
POMPANO BEACH • OCEANFRONT
Coastal Balcony Waterproofing Overhaul
Post-tension cable pocket sealing, railing post embedment waterproofing, and fluid PMMA elastomeric deck coating.
FIELD EXPERTISE • CLARITY FOR OWNERS & BOARDS
Frequently Asked Questions • Waterproofing Division
Direct answers on membrane longevity, inspection protocols, resident coordination, and warranty coverage across South Florida.
How do I know if my shower is leaking behind the tile?
Tile grout that is staining, darkening, or growing mold despite regular cleaning can indicate moisture behind the tile. Soft, spongy, or hollow-sounding tile — produced by tapping the tile surface — indicates the tile has debonded from its substrate, often due to moisture saturation. Water staining on the ceiling or wall of the space adjacent to or below the shower is a definitive sign of shower waterproofing failure. A distinct musty odor in or near the bathroom can also indicate hidden mold growth driven by shower moisture.
Do I need to remove all the tile to fix a leaking shower?
In most cases, yes — to do it properly. The source of the leak is behind the tile, and accessing and repairing the waterproofing membrane requires tile removal in the affected area. Attempting to stop a shower leak by resealing grout or applying surface sealers from the front of the tile is a temporary measure that doesn't address the membrane failure and allows the underlying damage to continue. Full tile removal, substrate repair, and new membrane installation is the only approach that provides a lasting repair.
How long does shower waterproofing last?
A properly installed shower waterproofing membrane using quality materials lasts the lifetime of the shower in normal residential use — typically 20–30 years or more. The most common failure modes are installation defects (incomplete coverage at corners or drain details), substrate movement that tears the membrane, or physical damage from remodeling work that penetrates the membrane. With quality installation and careful remodeling practices, the membrane itself is rarely the limiting factor in shower service life.
Can shower waterproofing be done in a condo without HOA approval?
Replacement of a failed shower waterproofing membrane — a like-for-like repair — typically doesn't require HOA approval in most condominium associations. Complete shower remodels that change the layout or include structural modifications may require HOA architectural review. Planet Construction FL advises unit owners on the likely approval requirements for their specific project and, where required, can provide project drawings and material specifications to support the HOA approval process.
WATERPROOFING ESTIMATE • DIRECT RESPONSE
Get Your Shower Waterproofing in Fort Lauderdale, FL Inspection & Proposal
Request a comprehensive moisture diagnostic, membrane pull-off test, or turnkey board proposal. We provide detailed line-item bids backed by dual state contractor licenses.
Direct consultation with Licensed Qualifier John Kraja
Dual State Licensed: CGC1517295 (General) • CCC1329271 (Roofing)
Zero Subcontractor Hand-offs • 100% In-House Field Crews