WICR Waterproofing & Decking Blog

Why Weep Screed and Deck to Wall Metal Are Necessary Parts of a Waterproof Deck

March 15, 2016

by David Dorado As waterproofing specialists, we routinely come to the rescue of homeowners who have brand new waterproof deck systems that are leaking due to improper [...]

The Importance of Slope in Waterproofing Systems

March 10, 2016

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 [...]

Why Choose DEX-O-TEX Waterproofing Systems?

March 2, 2016

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…

February 26, 2016

Beneath the surface, entire deck structure is rotted from years of water intrusion On the surface, damage appears minimal [...]

Railing Feet Vs. Deck Coating

February 12, 2016

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 [...]

The Importance of Stair Nosing in Waterproofing Systems

February 9, 2016

by Steven Dolan Exterior stairs and landings are the most abused portion of any waterproof deck coating system, and all too often, the stair landings and stairs are built [...]

Four People Injured in Maryland Deck Collapse

December 30, 2015

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

November 17, 2015

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

November 13, 2015

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

October 14, 2015

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 [...]

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