The Importance of Slope in Waterproofing Systems
by Marcelino Espinoza Sloping is an integral part of any waterproofing system, and is almost as important as the waterproof membrane itself. Without proper sloping, issues [...]
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Why Choose DEX-O-TEX Waterproofing Systems?
by Deion Rangel WICR is one of the major players in the game of waterproofing in Southern California and has been for over 35 years. We are known for our superior [...]
Homeowners are shocked when they see what is below their waterproof deck surface…
Beneath the surface, entire deck structure is rotted from years of water intrusion On the surface, damage appears minimal [...]
Railing Feet Vs. Deck Coating
by Chris Swanson Water intrusion in a waterproofing system is commonly seen often due to a poor railing installation, which causes failure in the deck coating [...]
Four People Injured in Maryland Deck Collapse
Cecil County, Maryland Four people were injured when a deck collapsed on December 25th, 2015, in Elkton, MD. One woman in her sixties, and three people in their 20’s [...]
Homeowners and Condominium Associations Rush to Complete Wateproofing Inspections Before El Niño
It is speculated that the balcony collapses over the past year have spiked an interest in deck inspections preventative maintenance for waterproof decks and balconies. [...]
El Niño is here, and promises heavy rains by January
It’s official, El Niño is here, and weather experts predict it will bring the heaviest rains in since 1950. During the months of January, February and March, 2016, [...]
North Carolina Town Initiates Mandatory Annual Deck Inspections
The major vacation rental companies in the North Carolina town of Emerald Isle have banded together to start a mandatory deck inspection program. The vacation rental [...]
WICR Waterproofing & Decking quoted on Realtor.com
Needless to say, we were delighted to offer expert tips on helping homeowners prepare for the upcoming El Nino. Failure to maintain and waterproof decks is the number one [...]
80 Year-Old Woman Injured in Deck Collapse at Her Birthday Party
A woman was injured when a second-story deck collapsed during her 80th birthday party in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The 20-by-15 foot deck collapsed on Tuesday, August 12th, [...]
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