Storm exposure raises the stakes on the membrane
Fayetteville sees heavier, more frequent tropical rainfall than most of the state, and a bathroom that's already marginal on ventilation or drying time struggles more here than elsewhere. The waterproofing layer behind the tile matters more in this climate, not less.
Build a complete scope
- The waterproofing product specified rather than a generic description
- Detailing at the curb, corners and every penetration
- Substrate flatness and whether levelling is priced in
- A flood test before tiling, and how the result is recorded
- Maintenance of grout and sealant, and the limits of the guarantee
Fayetteville context
Fayetteville has historic neighborhoods, military-era housing, postwar ranches, newer subdivisions, and rural-edge properties. Crawlspace humidity common in the area's older homes can work against a bathroom's drying time if ventilation wasn't planned for originally.