Kellerabdichtung

basement waterproofing

noun KEL-er-ap-dikh-tung Rare

Usage Note

Kellerabdichtung is the system of membranes, coatings, and drainage layers applied to basement walls and floors to prevent groundwater and soil moisture from entering the building.

Examples

"Vor dem Verfüllen der Baugrube wird die Kellerabdichtung sorgfältig aufgebracht."

Natural Translation

Before backfilling the foundation pit, the basement waterproofing is applied carefully.

Literal Translation

Before the backfilling of the foundation-pit is the basement-waterproofing carefully applied.

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