Question

The term _________ in the buildings is used to mean the coming out of water from components like walls and floors of the buildings.

(a) Damp proofing

(b) Termite proofing

(c) Water proofing

(d) Dampness

This question was posed to me in an online quiz.

My doubt is from Water Leakage in division Damp Proofing, Water Proofing and Termite Proofing of Construction & Building Materials

Answer 1

The correct option is (c) Water proofing

Easiest explanation: The Water leakage in the buildings is the most common problem actually in all types of building such as the residential flats, hospitals, offices, School buildings, etc. It is observed in the building Industry that 99% of water leakage problems are concentrated on the terrace roofs and in the toilets.