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How Does Poor Floor Slope Execution Affect Leaks Appearing Later?

Bathrooms and roofs need precise slopes that direct water toward drainage points instead of letting it pool in one spot. An incorrect or insufficient slope causes water to collect on top of the waterproofing layer for longer than it was designed to withstand, which speeds up the waterproofing's deterioration and increases the likelihood of it leaking into the layers below over time, even if the waterproofing material itself is good quality.