Water problems usually begin before they become visible. A damp foundation, washed-out grade, or failing drain is often the result of water moving through the wrong part of the property. Allen Construction traces that movement and builds a complete Pittsburgh foundation-waterproofing and drainage solution: careful excavation, wall preparation, waterproofing membrane, French drains or underground piping, downspout connections, drainage stone, protective backfill, and final grading.

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PROVEN MEL-ROL FOUNDATION WATERPROOFING

MEL-ROL was developed by W. R. MEADOWS as a rolled, self-adhering waterproofing system for below-grade foundations, walls, and slabs. The 60-mil membrane combines a flexible polymeric waterproofing layer with a durable polyethylene carrier film, creating continuous positive-side protection before the foundation is backfilled. Its overlap guides and membrane-to-membrane adhesive strips help installers build secure, consistent seams, while compatible primers, detail strips, mastics, protection course, and drainage board complete the system.

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Allen Construction has successfully installed the MEL-ROL system on multiple foundation-waterproofing projects. That repeated field experience has made it one of our preferred applications when a Pittsburgh property needs dependable below-grade moisture protection. We prepare and repair the wall, detail corners and penetrations, roll and seal the membrane, protect the finished application, install the drainage path, and backfill with care. The result is not a quick coating—it is a complete exterior basement-waterproofing system designed to manage groundwater and help protect the structure for the long term.