Fit out and finishes
Waterproofing in Dubai
A waterproofing company for villas, apartments and buildings, treating roofs, bathrooms, balconies, water tanks and pools once the leak is traced. Available across Dubai, with a two hour response for urgent work, and in the prime communities of Abu Dhabi by appointment. Book a site visit and you receive a written quotation before any work begins.
- Quotation
- Written, after a visit
- Response
- 2 hours in Dubai
- Quality checks
- 14 on every job
- Service
- Gold rated
5.0 on GoogleFully insuredNo subcontractorsOpen 08:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday
Waterproofing at a glance
| Service | Waterproofing |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Waterproofing company, roof waterproofing, leak repair, bathroom waterproofing |
| Location | Dubai and the prime communities of Abu Dhabi |
| Quotation | In writing, after a site visit and before any work begins |
| Typical duration | Quoted per project, typically 2 to 3 days for a bathroom and 3 to 7 days for a villa roof, including curing and a flood test |
| Team | Crew directly employed by The MELLS, with a named supervisor |
| Quality check | A measured test for every job, with photographs before and after |
| If a check fails | It is put right free of charge within 48 hours |
| Response | Two hours in Dubai for urgent work, planned work within 48 hours |
| Hours | 08:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday |
| Booking | Book a site visit on this page, call +971 55 444 0084 or email contact@themells.ae |
What is included
Dubai roofs bake for most of the year and then take a sudden downpour, which is when cracked membranes and blocked outlets show themselves. We trace the leak before recommending anything, prepare the surface, apply the membrane system named in your quotation and flood test it before any tile or screed goes back.
- Leak tracing with moisture readings and flood or dye tests
- Removal of failed membrane, loose screed and blown tiles
- Crack, joint and drain outlet repairs
- Liquid applied and sheet membranes matched to the surface
- Upstands, corners and pipe penetrations detailed
- Flood test before finishes are reinstated
- Screed, tiling and regrouting over the new membrane
- Building or community paperwork prepared where approval is needed
- Photographs of every layer in the handover report
How it works
The same method on every job, so the result does not depend on who is on shift.
- Survey and diagnosis. A technician inspects the system or surface, takes readings and photographs, and explains what was found in plain language.
- Written quotation. You receive a written quotation against a defined scope before any work starts. Anything outside that scope is quoted separately.
- Protected, supervised work. The work area is protected and isolated, and the job is carried out by our own technicians under a named supervisor.
- Testing. Every job ends with a measured test suited to the discipline, so the result is a reading and a photograph and not an opinion.
- Report and warranty. The completed report reaches you within the hour. Any failed point is put right free of charge within 48 hours.
Talk to a supervisor about waterproofing today.
Why choose The MELLS for waterproofing
What an ordinary job leaves out, and what you can hold us to.
| Point | An ordinary job | The MELLS |
|---|---|---|
| Quotation | A figure over the phone, with extras added on the day | A written quotation after a site visit, and nothing added on the day |
| Team | Crews supplied through agencies or subcontractors | Crew directly employed by The MELLS, with a named supervisor |
| Method | Parts replaced until the fault goes away | The fault is found, measured and explained before any part is replaced |
| Handover | The job ends when the crew leaves | A measured test for every job, with photographs before and after |
| Aftercare | A return visit is charged | A failed check is put right free of charge within 48 hours |
Our commitments on every waterproofing job
The same standard on a single room or a whole estate.
Written quotation
The scope is fixed in writing before any work begins.
Named supervisor
One person is responsible for your job from the visit to handover.
Checked before handover
A measured test for every job, with photographs before and after.
Put right within 48 hours
If a check fails, we come back and correct it free of charge.
Fully insured
Our work in your home or premises is covered by insurance.
Discreet crews
Uniformed, briefed on your house rules and respectful of your privacy.
Where leaks start and how each area is treated
| Area | Common cause | Usual treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Flat roof | Sun cracked membrane, blocked outlets and open joints | New membrane system with a heat reflective top coat |
| Bathroom or shower | Failed membrane under the tiles or around the drain | Tiles lifted, floor tanked, flood tested and retiled |
| Balcony or terrace | Cracked grout, a failed door threshold or poor falls | Membrane under new tiles, with falls and drains corrected |
| Water tank | Hairline cracks and leaking joints | Coating suited to stored drinking water, cured before refilling |
| Swimming pool | Failed tile bed, hairline cracks or leaking fittings | Pool drained, leak points sealed and the finish renewed |
What your quotation depends on
A quotation for waterproofing follows a site visit. The supervisor looks at the points listed here and you receive a written quotation with a defined scope before any work begins. Once you accept it, nothing is added on the day.
- Size and type of the system or surface
- Present condition and ease of access
- Parts and materials specified
- One visit or a retained contract
Waterproofing services in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Each one has its own scope and method.
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Questions about waterproofing
What does waterproofing include?
A waterproofing company for villas, apartments and buildings, treating roofs, bathrooms, balconies, water tanks and pools once the leak is traced. The work includes leak tracing with moisture readings and flood or dye tests; removal of failed membrane, loose screed and blown tiles; crack, joint and drain outlet repairs.
How much does waterproofing cost in Dubai?
We do not publish prices, because no two jobs are the same. The main factors: size and type of the system or surface; present condition and ease of access. Book a site visit: a supervisor from The MELLS looks at the work and you receive a written quotation with a defined scope before anything begins.
Who provides waterproofing in Dubai?
The MELLS provides waterproofing in Dubai. The work is carried out by people The MELLS employs directly, under a named supervisor, 08:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday. To arrange it, book a site visit on this page or call +971 55 444 0084.
How long does waterproofing take?
Typically quoted per project, typically 2 to 3 days for a bathroom and 3 to 7 days for a villa roof, including curing and a flood test. The time for your property is confirmed with the quotation.
Do you provide waterproofing in Dubai?
Yes. We waterproof roofs, wet rooms, balconies, tanks and pools across Dubai. The first step is always a site visit to trace where the water is getting in.
How do you find where a leak is coming from?
We take moisture readings, inspect the area above and around the damp, and where needed run a flood or dye test on the suspect surface. The plumbing is pressure tested if a pipe is the likelier cause.
Can a bathroom be waterproofed without removing the tiles?
A clear sealer over tiles and grout can slow minor seepage, but it is not a membrane. Where water is reaching the room below, the tiles in the wet zone have to come up so the floor can be tanked properly.
How long does waterproofing last?
That depends on the membrane system, the exposure and how the surface is used. Your quotation names the system, and an exposed roof is worth inspecting before each summer.
The leak is coming from the apartment above. What can you do?
We inspect your ceiling, take readings and report the likely source with photographs. The repair itself has to be made in the unit above, so access is arranged through that owner or building management.
How do I choose a company for waterproofing in Dubai?
Ask four things: who employs the people who will come, whether the scope is written down before work starts, how the result is checked, and what happens if something is missed. The MELLS uses its own staff, quotes in writing after a site visit, checks every job (a measured test for every job, with photographs before and after) and puts right any failed check free of charge within 48 hours.
How do I prepare for waterproofing?
Clear access to the units, panels or areas to be worked on and note any faults you have noticed. The supervisor confirms anything else at the site visit.
Do I need to provide any products or equipment?
No. Products, tools and machines come with the crew. Any materials the job needs, such as paint or parts, are listed in the written quotation.
What if I am not happy with the result?
Tell the supervisor at handover or call us. Anything that fails our check is put right free of charge within 48 hours.
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