Above-Grade Waterproofing for Salt Lake City Towers, Hospitals, Campus Buildings & Apartments
Commercial Waterproofing Contractors in Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City’s dry climate hides how much water its buildings actually handle. Snow collects on parapets, setbacks and ledges through the winter, melts in the afternoon sun and runs into open joints, cracked mortar and loose flashing, then refreezes overnight and pries the gap wider. Spring storms and summer cloudbursts can dump heavy rain in minutes, and the strong sun at this altitude bakes and cracks the sealants and coatings that keep water out. On tall downtown buildings, wind drives snow and rain sideways into curtain walls and window frames.
Presto Restoration has more than 25 years of experience in above-grade commercial waterproofing. In Salt Lake City, our crews reseal expansion joints, window perimeters and curtain walls, coat walls and parapets with silicone and elastomeric systems and protect masonry with breathable repellents on office towers, hospitals, university buildings, hotels and apartment communities. We also make our own restoration products, including Glass Defender for glass and Leach Stop for precast concrete.
OUR COMMERCIAL WATERPROOFING SERVICES IN SALT LAKE CITY
We handle every kind of above-grade waterproofing on Salt Lake City commercial buildings, from one leaking window to a full envelope program on a high-rise.
Core Waterproofing Services
Expansion and control joints let buildings move with Salt Lake City’s wide temperature swings and with ground movement along the Wasatch Fault. As the sealant ages, it tears and lets snowmelt into the structure. We remove failed joint materials, rebuild damaged edges and install sealants or preformed systems sized for the movement, and we rout and seal active cracks.
Window perimeters cause many leaks in Salt Lake City offices, hotels and apartments. Sun, freeze-thaw and wind-driven snow crack the sealant or pull it from the frame. We replace perimeter seals, reseal mullion joints and fix gaskets, and spotted glass can be restored and protected with Glass Defender.
Setbacks, parapets, plazas and balconies hold snow that melts and refreezes, then bake in summer sun. We apply high-solids silicone coatings that tolerate ponding water, stay flexible in the cold and resist UV.
Many older downtown office buildings rely on dry glazing gaskets that have shrunk and hardened in the sun, letting water into the frame. Wet glazing adds a continuous silicone seal between glass and frame, stopping leaks without replacing the windows.
Concrete, stucco and EIFS walls crack with age, movement and temperature swings, and every crack lets water in. Elastomeric coatings span the cracks and flex as the wall moves, applied at full thickness after larger cracks are repaired.
Brick, sandstone, block and precast absorb snowmelt that freezes overnight and breaks them apart. Breathable water repellents reduce that absorption while letting moisture out, applied after cracks and joints are repaired.
Specialized Restoration-Waterproofing
Beyond sealing, Presto restores the glass, metal, stone and concrete underneath with products we make in-house, so cleaning, repair and waterproofing happen in one project.
Precast panels leach natural salts that leave white streaks as water dries, and road salt and hard water make it worse. Leach Stop is our treatment designed to reduce this. We clean deposits, treat the panels and reseal the joints.
Metal panels, Alucobond cladding, coping and curtain wall frames rely on sealant at every joint, and metal in strong sun moves a lot each day. We replace failed sealants with products made for metal movement and reseal every lap and fastener.
Our Commercial Waterproofing Process in Salt Lake City
Each Salt Lake City waterproofing project follows five steps, and you see our findings and the cost before work begins.
Building Envelope Inspection
We review joints, glazing, coatings, flashings and penetrations on every elevation.
Diagnostic Testing
Water testing and moisture readings confirm the real entry point before repairs are planned.
Scope & Specification
We choose products rated for high-altitude UV and the Wasatch Front’s temperature range, and write a clear scope.
Waterproofing Installation
Trained crews install each system to manufacturer requirements in suitable weather.
Project Closeout & Warranty
You receive photos, product data and warranty documents.
Talk to Presto About Waterproofing Your Salt Lake City Building
Leaks during snowmelt, damp walls or caulking that is cracking and pulling loose? Call us or request a quote, and our team will respond to discuss your Salt Lake City building.
Why Salt Lake City Property Managers Choose Presto for Commercial Waterproofing
With more than 25 years of experience across the country, Presto knows which sealants hold up to strong sun and cold Wasatch Front winters, and how to work around tenants, patients and busy downtown sidewalks.
Our Local Salt Lake City, UT Support Network
Waterproofing lasts longest when the building gets steady care the rest of the year. Presto connects Salt Lake City owners with a local support network for everyday upkeep.
For routine upkeep and everyday facility support, owners can also contact our sister companies:
Building Restoration Salt Lake City: Hands-on exterior repairs for Salt Lake City buildings.
Building Maintenance Salt Lake City: Scheduled maintenance that keeps small problems from becoming leaks.
Building Services Salt Lake City: General commercial building support across Salt Lake County.
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Salt Lake City Commercial Waterproofing FAQs
How often should sealants be replaced on a Salt Lake City building?
Most commercial sealants along the Wasatch Front last about 10 to 15 years. Joints on sunny south and west elevations and upper floors usually fail first, so a yearly look is worthwhile.
What is the difference between waterproofing and water damage repair?
Waterproofing stops water at the exterior. Water damage repair fixes what water has already harmed inside. We focus on stopping the water so interior repairs do not have to be repeated.
Can waterproofing be done while the building is occupied?
Yes. Almost all of our work is done from the outside, so tenants and residents stay in place, and noisy tasks are scheduled around operations.
What is the difference between elastomeric coatings and water repellents?
Elastomeric coatings form a flexible film that bridges cracks and changes the wall’s look. Water repellents soak into masonry and block water invisibly. Historic brick and sandstone usually need a breathable repellent.
How do I know if waterproofing can wait another year?
Leaks during snowmelt or storms, damp walls or split caulking are reasons to act now. If sealants are still flexible and nothing is leaking, planned replacement over the next few seasons is usually fine.
Can waterproofing work be done in a Salt Lake City winter?
Most sealants and coatings need about 40 degrees Fahrenheit or warmer to cure, so the main season runs spring through fall, with emergency repairs possible on milder winter days.
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Keep Water Out of Your Salt Lake City Building
A single failed joint on an upper floor can soak several offices or units below. Tell us what you are noticing, and we will help you get it sealed.
Call us today at 1-800-785-9927 or click Request A Quote.