Proper removal of, and protection from or collection of water around the earth house is one of key issues to making sure your home lasts for many years. You'll find a number of links and ideas on this page to aid you in your research. Updated April 4, 2011

Advanced Coatings-Provide a number of ways to waterproof your foundation and structure.Ontario, Canada

American Wick Drain Corp-There products are being used in Earth Sheltered Homes.

Atlantis Soakaway System-Perfect for runoff or storage of water. This prefilter cleans up the water first. Pretty neat.

Carlisle Coatings-List of companies that specialize in waterproofing. They have bentonite rolls as well which are great for earth homes.

CetCo-There are various Aquadrain systems designed for tunnels, culvers and Earth Sheltered homes.

Delta Drain-Below grade waterproofing. A lot of companies are switching to this brand.

Duramem Sheet Membranes-Designed to be cold applied. For tunnels and earth shelters.

Enkadri-A composite membrane designed to work on top of the earth home before it is buried. Pile your soil on top of this and it will prevent moisture from reaching the concrete. Also other interesting products. Virginia

Flood Protection-What do you do if there is too much water?

Guranteed Waterproofing-This company has some extremely unusual ways to waterproof concrete. Can be used in Earth Homes.

Hydrotex-Fabric formed concrete-used for erosion control on earthen embankments.

Mel-Drain-If I understand this right it allows unwanted water/moisture to flow through while preventing soil, even fine soil from clogging it up.

Muller Construction-Various ways to stop water penetration including another carrier of Xypex. CA

Peel and Stick-1.5mm thick rubberized asphalt membrane laminated with a heavy polyethylene film on one face and a siliconised, removable release sheet on the adhesive side. Good for tunnels, Earth Shelters etc. NZ

Protecto Wrap-Water proofing, roofing and flooring membranes.

Superseal-Provides waterproofing methods for projects from your basement floor to lagging tunnels. CA

Tech Dry-Leading experts in Australia for preventing moisture infiltration. and protective coatings.

Western Waterproofing-They helped build this Pyramid Aquarium in Texas.

York Hydroseal-is a proprietary composite, uniquely designed to provide high strength, low temperature adhesion and high temperature stability in a superior waterproofing membrane. A tough cross laminated polyethylene film forms a resilient barrier against physical damage and water migration.