WICR Waterproofing Joins CAI-GLAC in Spark of Love Toy Drive Event
It’s an annual tradition…a group of dedicated CAI-GLAC members collect a massive amount of toy donations, then show up at the Canoga Park Westfield Mall to donate to the Spark of Love Toy Drive. Watch us at the event live on ABC 7 TV at 6:00 am on Friday, December 2nd. Want to join us? […]
Carpeting Damages Waterproof Decks
Many residents are tempted to throw a carpet over their waterproof balcony deck, but even carpets labeled “outdoor” can be disastrous for waterproof decks. Water easily passes through the carpet, then the carpet traps the moisture in between the carpet and the deck. This wears away at the waterproof coating, especially if the decks are […]
Strutting Our Mutts for Charity
WICR Waterproofing & Decking was proud to be part of the CAI-GLAC Team for the Best Friends Animal Society Strut Your Mutt walk for charity. The Best Friends Animal Society has Strut Your Mutt events across the USA. They raise funds and partner with animal welfare groups, national sponsors and dedicated individual, to save as […]
Waterproofing Sliding Doors and Entry Doors
DOOR PAN FLASHING AND WATERPROOFING: A CASE STUDY by Sean Krubinski and David Dorado WHAT IS A DOOR PAN AND WHAT IS ITS PURPOSE? A door pan is an integral component of the metal flashing details for any waterproof system. Its purpose is to transition and terminate the waterproofing system into the door opening […]
Pool Deck Waterproofing and Resurfacing
Pool Deck Waterproofing and Resurfacing Why waterproof a pool deck? Concrete pool decks inevitably begin to crack. It is important to remember that with most pools, the concrete is poured over soil, which is prone to settling in areas, causing the concrete to rest unevenly on the surface and crack. Other pools, such as […]
Waterproofing Planters at the Orange Civic Center
Many people do not realize the importance of waterproofing planters, but because they contain water and are adjacent to buildings and patios, a leaking planter can cause damage to nearby surfaces, including mold and rot. Typically, a waterproofing system is applied when the planters are being built, but even properly installed systems can fail over […]
Waterproofing Windows is a Specialized Process
By Androniki Bossonis Considering that windows are essentially just large holes in the side of a house, we are always surprised to see how many builders don’t install windows correctly. Improperly flashed installations (sometimes even windows with no flashing at all) allow water to penetrate over time. This exposes the wall cavity to moisture, leading […]
Walkway repair and reseal at historic Long Beach building
The Temple Lofts in Long Beach was built in 1927, as a Masonic Temple in Greek Revival architecture. They were recently converted to luxury lofts, however, the walkways connected the 3 buildings on all 5 stories had waterproofing issues. The main issue is that there was no sloping, which is the process of constructing surfaces […]
Waterproofing Below-Grade Elevator Pit
by Androniki Bossonis Water intrusion into elevator pits must be controlled immediately, to prevent rust and damage to the elevator’s mechanical components. Water seepage, especially in high water table locations, can be challenging, however, WICR Wateproofing has successfully installed and repaired waterproofing systems in elevator pits throughout Southern California. The example shown below was in Los Angeles, for the L.A. Housing Authority. While […]
New Walkways for the Fairfield Inn & Suites, Brea
Here are some finish photos of a WICR Waterproofing & Decking job at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Brea, CA. The challenge here was prepping and coating all three stories of waterproof decks and walkways in this hotel, while the decks still had to be accessed by hotel guests. The task was completed flawlessly […]
