SERVICES

High tide pools

To prevent water from entering the building
Containment

We protect buildings during high tides

High tide pools are watertight basins that are placed in the basement of a building and prevent water from pouring into it when the sea level rises.

This is a fundamental work that can contain damage and preserve buildings located in particularly fragile areas, such as Venice, which is characterised by significant tidal variation at specific times of the year.
At Impresa Costruzioni Bergamo we design high tide pools for historic buildings for any purpose, including homes, accommodation and catering facilities, shops, companies, offices and workshops. We avail ourselves of the collaboration of expert technicians, specialised figures, and work in compliance with the constraints of the Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape Superintendence for the Municipality of Venice and the Lagoon.

High tide pools

Installation of high tide pools

As a construction company, we construct waterproof concrete high tide pools (usually for tides of not less than 200 cm). The execution of the work includes a well-tested system of piping, door holes, flooring and waterproofing of the walls that ensures the flow of sea water into the tank and prevents it from stagnating inside the building, thus preventing damage to the structure.

The processing involves well-defined steps:

  • inspection, to determine the extent of the work and study the most suitable high water retaining tank for the characteristics of the building and the client's needs;
  • excavations, for which we draw on the advice and collaboration of qualified archaeologists, to verify the possible presence of ancient elements below ground level (such as ancient pavements, wells and walls) and check their historical interest. Excavations are carried out using hand shovels or small excavators;
  • casting of lean concrete and laying of the waterproof membrane, an operation that prepares the base and provides waterproofing for the basin and perimeter walls;
  • creation and laying of the reinforced concrete compensation slab,, with electrowelded reinforcement mesh to ensure maximum stability;
  • creation of the walls or low walls of the basin, in waterproof plaster approximately 10 cm thick.

After completion of the work, the high tide pool is sealed with movable stainless steel bulkheads. These are made to measure, taking into account the dimensions and technical heights of the tank, and then positioned in the hole or in the entrance door

High tide pools
High tide pools
High tide pools
High tide pools
High tide pools
High tide pools
Advantages

Why choose Impresa Costruzioni Bergamo

Experience

Operating for over 45 years in the area of Venice and its province, we are perfectly familiar with the high tide phenomenon. We can suggest discreet and functional solutions, applying expertise and advanced technology to curb any problems, while complying with the required regulations.

Accuracy

Each of our interventions relating to the design and installation of high tide pools is tailor-made. We construct high tide pools according to the type of property, respecting the regulations of the Municipality of Venice, but also the integrity of the property itself.

Professionalism

We have an in-depth knowledge of the area and the workers operating in and around Venice. We can suggest to our customers the most suitable professionals for each project so that each job is executed in a workmanlike manner, in the right way and on time, always achieving an excellent result.
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Renovation

Other areas of intervention

We specialise in the complete or partial redevelopment of entire buildings and real estate portions in Venice, of all types and purposes.
We work for private individuals, professionals, investors and entrepreneurs.

We deal mainly with:

Construction of septic tanks
Specialisations

Our Services

Impresa Costruzioni Bergamo can be involved for complete turnkey renovations or for one-off interventions. Our construction services include:

Septic Tanks

For waste water management according to municipal regulations and provisions.

Restoration of façade plasters

From thorough investigation of the causes of deterioration to complete restoration even of listed buildings.

Structural consolidations

Works for the static improvement of buildings in a damaged, unsafe or altered condition.

Roof renovation

Restoration or replacement of roofing to prevent water ingress and ensure the roof is watertight.

Demolition and Disposal

Operations necessary to make room for the new operations, which include moving to lower floors and specialised transport.

Finishing

Painting, laying floor and wall coverings, including traditional ones such as marmorini and terrazzo alla veneziana.

Metalwork

Installation of mezzanines, floors, girders and various other steel structures that guarantee solidity and lightness.

Construction of roof terraces

Typical wooden ‘hanging terraces’ placed on the roof of the building, supported by pillars and accessible through the dormer window of the house.