Restoring and Protecting Philadelphia Towers, Condominiums, Hospitals & Landmarks
Commercial Building Restoration Experts Serving Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia’s buildings face a demanding mix of weather and regulation. Winters bring repeated freeze-thaw cycles that crack masonry and break down sealants, wind-driven rain hits upper floors hardest, road salt attacks garages and storefronts, and storms like Ida in 2021 showed how quickly water can overwhelm a building. On top of that, Philadelphia requires facades on buildings six stories or taller to be inspected every five years, so deterioration gets documented and has to be fixed.
Presto Restoration is a nationwide commercial contractor with more than 25 years of experience restoring and waterproofing high-rise buildings, parking structures and historic properties. In Philadelphia, our crews work on office towers, condominium and apartment buildings, hospitals, universities, hotels, converted lofts and landmark buildings across the city. We use proven sealant systems, breathable coatings and our own restoration products, and we coordinate with your engineer or architect on the repairs your facade inspections call for.
OUR BUILDING RESTORATION & WATERPROOFING SERVICES IN PHILADELPHIA, PA
Exterior restoration, waterproofing and building envelope consulting for commercial and residential properties across Philadelphia.
Wind-driven rain, nor’easters and freeze-thaw test every Philadelphia building envelope. We seal expansion joints, window perimeters, curtain walls, setbacks, terraces and masonry with systems built for high-rise exposure.
From colonial brick and cast iron to terra cotta towers and modern glass, Philadelphia facades wear down under weather and age. We handle the repairs called out in facade inspection reports, replacing sealants, repointing brick, repairing terra cotta and stone and restoring metal and glass.
Garages below office and apartment towers, on hospital and university campuses and across Center City take heavy traffic and winter salt. We rebuild damaged concrete, replace leaking joints and install traffic membranes that keep water out of the slab.
Rooftop equipment, terraces, summer heat and heavy storms all age Philadelphia roofs. Many can be restored with seam and flashing repairs, better drainage and a reflective silicone or elastomeric coating instead of a tear-off.
From Independence Hall and the colonial brick of Old City and Society Hill to City Hall and the brownstones around Rittenhouse Square, we preserve Philadelphia’s historic buildings with matched lime mortars, gentle cleaning and skilled terra cotta, stone and cast iron repair.
Water can travel inside a Philadelphia building and surface floors away from where it entered. We trace each leak to its source with controlled water testing, infrared imaging, moisture surveys, drone or rope access inspection and hands-on investigation.
Why Philadelphia Property Owners Trust Presto Restoration
For more than 25 years, Presto Restoration has protected commercial buildings nationwide, and in Philadelphia we combine that experience with high-rise access skills and an understanding of the city’s facade inspection requirements.
Our Local Philadelphia, PA Support Network
Caring for buildings across Philadelphia takes local support. To cover everything from major restoration to routine upkeep, Presto works alongside a network of Philadelphia-area service companies.
For routine upkeep and everyday facility support, owners can also contact our sister companies:
Building Restoration Philadelphia: Structural repairs and exterior upkeep for buildings throughout Philadelphia.
Building Maintenance Philadelphia: Preventive maintenance that keeps your Philadelphia property performing.
Building Services Philadelphia: Complete day-to-day commercial building support across the Philadelphia market.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Building Restoration in Philadelphia, PA
What types of buildings does Presto restore in Philadelphia?
We restore office towers, condominium and apartment buildings, hospitals, universities, hotels, converted lofts, parking garages and landmark buildings. Materials include brick, terra cotta, brownstone, limestone, marble, granite, cast iron, concrete, precast, metal panels, glass and roofing.
Does Presto do Philadelphia facade inspection repairs?
Yes. Philadelphia requires buildings six stories or taller to have their facades inspected every five years by a licensed professional. Presto performs the repairs called out in those reports and coordinates with your inspecting engineer or architect.
How long does a building restoration project take in Philadelphia?
A sealant replacement may take a few weeks, while a full facade restoration on a large building can take several months. Most exterior work happens from March through November, phased so residents and tenants can stay.
Does Presto handle permits in Philadelphia?
Yes. We work with your engineer or architect on permits from the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections, including sidewalk and scaffold requirements. Every project is covered by Presto’s nationwide general liability and workers’ compensation insurance.
What is the difference between building restoration and building maintenance?
Maintenance covers routine cleaning and touch-ups. Restoration fixes what has failed, such as worn sealants, cracked masonry and damaged concrete, so the building stops letting water in.
How do I know if my Philadelphia building needs restoration?
Watch for cracked or loose terra cotta and stone, crumbling mortar, split caulking, rust streaks and water stains inside after storms, along with anything flagged in a facade inspection. Call us or request a quote, and our team will respond to help you plan the next step.
Planning repairs after a facade inspection, or seeing wear on your building? Tell us what you are noticing, and our team will respond to help you find the right solution.
Call us today at 1-800-785-9927 or click Request A Quote.