The Problem
Why Bathrooms Leak in Dubai
Bathroom leaks are the single most common renovation failure in Dubai. The reason is simple: most contractors treat waterproofing as an afterthought. They apply a thin coat of liquid membrane, skip the corners and joints, tile over it the same day, and move on. Three months later, water seeps through to the room below.
Dubai's extreme humidity makes the problem worse. Moisture finds every gap in poorly applied waterproofing. The result is damage to ceilings, walls, electrical systems and — in severe cases — structural elements. A bathroom renovation done cheaply today becomes an expensive repair tomorrow.
- Poor waterproofing — single coat, no reinforcement at corners
- Rushed work — tiling over uncured membrane
- Cheap materials — thin tiles crack, poor grout deteriorates
- No flood test before tiling — leaks discovered too late
