Services · East London & Eastern Cape
Roof Waterproofing in East London
Flat roofs, parapets and problem junctions sealed properly — torch-on membranes and liquid coatings.
- Free site visit
- Fixed, itemised price
- 7+ years on the tools
- Warranty-backed work
Elite Home Finishes waterproofs roofs across East London and the surrounding towns — flat concrete roofs, parapet walls, box gutters, balconies and the junctions where most leaks start. We use torch-on membranes and liquid waterproofing systems, chosen for the roof and how water moves across it.
Flat roofs don't shed water the way pitched roofs do. Any low spot holds water, and any crack, lifted seam or failed junction lets it through. Most flat-roof leaks start at the edges — where the roof meets a parapet wall, around outlets and pipes, and along old membrane seams that have lifted with sun and heat.
Before any new waterproofing goes down, the old surface has to be right: loose and blistered membrane removed, cracks repaired, the surface cleaned and primed, and outlets cleared. Waterproofing laid over a failing surface fails with it.
Torch-on membrane suits most flat concrete roofs; liquid coatings suit complex shapes, junctions and areas where heat isn't practical. We recommend one or the other based on the roof, not the product we happen to have.
What's Included
What our waterproofing service covers
- Flat concrete roof waterproofing
- Torch-on membrane installation and repair
- Liquid and acrylic waterproofing coatings
- Parapet walls and roof-to-wall junctions
- Box gutters and roof outlets
- Balconies and exposed slabs
- Flashings and pipe penetrations sealed
Our Approach
Why Homeowners Choose Elite Home Finishes
- 01
Surface preparation done properly — old failed membrane removed, cracks repaired and the roof primed first.
- 02
The system chosen for your roof: torch-on where it suits, liquid coatings for junctions and complex shapes.
- 03
Edges, outlets and junctions detailed carefully, because that's where most waterproofing fails.
Your Options
Options & Finishes to Choose From
- 01Torch-on membrane
- A bitumen membrane heat-bonded to the primed roof — the standard, hard-wearing choice for flat concrete roofs.
- 02Liquid waterproofing
- Brush- or roller-applied coating with reinforcing fabric, ideal for junctions, parapets and irregular shapes.
- 03Targeted repairs
- Re-sealing failed seams, blisters, outlets and flashings where the rest of the waterproofing is sound.
- 04Reflective top coat
- A reflective coating over the membrane that protects it from UV and reduces heat build-up.
How We Work
How Your Project Runs, Step by Step
- 1
Inspection
We check the roof surface, falls, outlets, parapets and existing waterproofing, and find where water is getting in.
- 2
Fixed, itemised quote
Preparation, materials and labour written down, with the system we recommend and why.
- 3
Preparation & application
Old failed material removed, cracks repaired, surface primed, then the membrane or coating applied and detailed at every edge.
- 4
Hand-over
A walk-through of the finished roof and advice on keeping outlets clear.
Planning Your Project
What Affects Cost & Timeline
We go through each of these at the free site visit, so the quote reflects your actual job.
- Falls — a flat roof that ponds water needs its falls corrected, or the new waterproofing will be under standing water.
- Existing membrane — layering new waterproofing over blistered or lifting membrane traps moisture and fails early.
- Junctions — parapets, outlets and pipes need extra detailing and are where most leaks start.
- UV exposure — exposed membranes need a protective or reflective top coat to last.
- Weather — waterproofing needs a dry surface, so it's best booked before the rainy season.
No surprises
What you can count on before you spend a cent
7+ years on the tools
Our team has been building and installing for over seven years — you're not paying for someone to learn on your home.
Free site visit
We come to you, measure properly and talk it through, then send you a written quote. No call-out fee in East London suburbs, and no obligation.
Fixed, itemised price
Every material and labour line is written down before work starts, so the price you approve is the price you pay.
Warranty-backed work
Our workmanship carries a warranty, and manufacturer warranties on materials and products are passed on to you at hand-over.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Torch-on membrane is hard-wearing and suits most flat concrete roofs. Liquid waterproofing is better for complex shapes, parapets, junctions and anywhere a torch isn't practical. Many roofs use both — membrane on the main surface and liquid coating at the details.
Answer 01
Torch-on or liquid waterproofing — which is better?
Torch-on membrane is hard-wearing and suits most flat concrete roofs. Liquid waterproofing is better for complex shapes, parapets, junctions and anywhere a torch isn't practical. Many roofs use both — membrane on the main surface and liquid coating at the details.
Answer 02
Can you waterproof over my old waterproofing?
Only if the existing layer is well bonded and sound. Blistered, cracked or lifting membrane has to be removed first, otherwise moisture gets trapped and the new layer fails early.
Answer 03
Why does my flat roof leak at the edges?
The edge is where the roof meets the parapet wall, and where movement, cracking and poorly detailed membrane most often let water in. Proper up-stands and sealing at those junctions fixes most edge leaks.
Answer 04
Do you waterproof balconies and box gutters too?
Yes — balconies, exposed slabs, box gutters and roof outlets are all part of roof waterproofing work.
Answer 05
Is the inspection free?
Yes. The site visit and written, itemised quote are free in East London suburbs.
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Waterproofing Across East London & Surrounds
We work on waterproofing throughout East London and every suburb and town within roughly 60km — from the coast through to King William's Town, Bhisho and Berlin.
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Tell us what you have in mind. We'll visit, measure, and give you a fixed, line-by-line price — no obligation, no call-out fee in East London.