Concrete Foundation with Waterproofing and Double Dimple

Concrete Foundations with Waterproofing & Drainage


SUPERSEAL DOuble Drain with Geo and SUPERSEAL Waterproofing installed on a concrete foundation

What Is a Concrete Foundation?

A concrete foundation is the most common type of foundation for residential and commercial applications. A concrete foundation are used for everything from single-family homes to large-scale commercial projects.

Every concrete foundation project is different, and the exact waterproofing and drainage details will depend on the engineer’s design specifications.

Where Are Concrete Foundations Commonly Used?

Concrete foundations are used in nearly every type of construction project, including Concrete is porous and since these structures are often below grade and backfilled with soil, a waterproofing and drainage systems are required.

  • Residential Homes – Basements, townhomes, crawl spaces, and slab-on-grade foundations.
  • Commercial Buildings – Offices, schools, warehouses, and healthcare facilities.
  • Infrastructure Projects – Utility vaults, retaining walls, and service tunnels.
  • Industrial Developments – Large facilities where durability and load-bearing capacity are essential.


Residential Waterproofing for Concrete Foundations

Residential basements and crawl spaces face continuous soil contact and groundwater pressure. Because concrete is porous, water can migrate through the wall, causing moisture issues, mold, and long-term deterioration.

Once a home’s foundation is backfilled, exterior protection can’t be added later. A proper waterproofing system is needed to:

  • Stops water infiltration before it reaches interior living spaces. 
  • Relieves hydrostatic pressure and reduce stress on the foundation wall.

Commercial Waterproofing for Concrete Foundations

Commercial concrete foundations must withstand higher groundwater loads, deeper excavations, and heavier structural demands. Once backfill is placed, there is no way to access the soil side, so protection must be designed into the system.

Two major challenges must be addressed:

  • Preventing water infiltration through porous concrete.

  • Relieving hydrostatic pressure before it damages the wall.

SUPERSEAL Waterproofing for Concrete Foundations

What makes SUPERSEAL Double Drain with Geo unique is its ability to provide drainage and protection on both sides of the system, and SUPERSEAL Waterproofing create a permanent barrier and dual sided drainage. 

SUPERSEAL Waterproofing (40 or 60 mil)

  • Applied directly to the wall surface, creates a continuous waterproof barrier.

SUPERSEAL Double Drain with Geo

  • The dimpled side against the waterproof coating to creates an air gap that relieves hydrostatic head pressure, protecting the foundation. 
  • Installed with the geotextile side facing out, it prevents soil from clogging while allowing water to flow into the drainage channels.

Molding on Top & Seams

  • Secures the membrane at the termination line and along overlaps.
  • Prevents soil intrusion into the system and maintains drainage flow.

The result is a dual-sided waterproofing and drainage system that protects the foundation against water from both the soil and the wall interface — even under heavy loads and the most demanding site conditions.

Specifications & Instructions

  • Installation Instructions (PDF)

  • Engineer Details

  • Double Dimple Drainage Specifications Sheet (PDF)

Need information? Call SUPERSEAL at 1-800-571-1877 or Contact Us for expert guidance.

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