Hey everyone! I live in a penthouse with a tiled terrace, and I've noticed water leaking into my apartment under the laminate flooring. It's also dripping into my neighbor's place below during heavy rain, which is pretty concerning. The odd thing is that the leak appears in a covered area where no direct rain hits. There's a drain channel along the terrace's edge, and it seems like water is either collecting or leaking near it. I'm worried that the water might be entering from another area on the terrace and spreading out under the tiles before finally leaking out at the drain or along the wall. Unfortunately, I don't have access to the original construction plans, and I can't do a water test myself. I'm looking for advice on what might be causing this issue and how I can fix it—both in the short term and long term. Any insights would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
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Wow, sounds like a tricky situation! Your guess about water entering from somewhere else is spot on. The heavy rain could be infiltrating through weak spots, which might be compounded by poor drainage. I’d recommend considering all angles of repair; maybe start with a simpler fix like sealing those areas and installing a waterproof membrane, then see if that helps before committing to a full teardown. It might save time and money!
Have you thought about consulting with a roofing pro? This situation sounds like it could be twofold: one issue is that rainwater might not be draining away properly, causing it to pool or even flow toward the walls. The other could be water sneaking into the walls under doors or windows. You might need a two-part approach—like adjusting the slope of your terrace and checking that the exterior flashing is in good shape. Best of luck!
Thanks for the great advice! I have actually consulted a few different professionals, and each recommended a different solution, ranging from sealing drainage points to fully removing and retiling everything. I appreciate your input!