Deck Waterproofing
Deck Waterproofing
Anytime a deck, walkway or stair landing attached to a building, the deck must be waterproofed. By waterproofing, we mean not only the surface of the deck, but most importantly, the transition where the deck meets the wall. If water were to seep in through any cracks or holes in this area, water may penetrate the structural components of the building, causing wood rot and mold. Water penetration into the building’s structure can cause very expensive damage, which require the services of a structural engineer.
Water penetration can be avoided by installing and maintaining a waterproofing system. Waterproof decks consist of several layers, including flashing to seal off the area where the deck meets the wall of the adjacent building. Decks should be inspected every 3-5 years, depending on the system installed. Any small cracks should be repaired at this time, and the top coating should be reapplied (referred to as resealing), to preserve the waterproofing integrity and extend the life of the decks.
Some of the different types of coatings that we provide include:
- Dex-O-Tex Weatherwear Systems
- Elastomeric Pedestrian Coatings
- Elastomeric Vehicular Coatings
- Urethane Deck Coatings
- Mer-Kote Products Mer-Ko Weather Deck Systems
- Elastomeric Pedestrian Coatings
- Elastomeric Vehicular Coatings
- Urethane Deck Coatings
- Excel-Coat Metal Lath Systems
- UPI Urethane Deck Coatings
- Dexcelent Systems
- Pli-Dek Urethane Deck Coatings
- Decorative Pool Texture Coatings
- balcony waterproofing
AP & Deck Waterproofing has extensive experience with the different types of deck coating systems. Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages, and there is no single solution that will work equally well for every property. When we visit your property for your initial consultation, we can evaluate the nature of your project in order to help you choose the ideal solution for you.
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