Protecting Madison Office Buildings, State Buildings, Campuses & Historic Landmarks from Hard Winters
Commercial Building Restoration Experts Serving Madison, WI
Madison winters are long and hard on buildings. Temperatures swing above and below freezing again and again, so water that gets into a crack or mortar joint freezes, expands and widens it. Snow piles against walls and on ledges and melts into joints on sunny days, ice dams back water under roof edges, and road salt splashes onto lower walls, plazas and parking ramps. Warm, humid summers with strong thunderstorms then test every opening the winter created.
Presto Restoration has restored and waterproofed commercial buildings, parking structures and historic properties across the country for more than 25 years. In Madison our crews work on office and mixed-use buildings around Capitol Square, state government buildings, University of Wisconsin campus buildings, hospitals and clinics, apartment towers on the isthmus and the city’s historic stone and brick buildings. We use cold-climate sealant systems, breathable treatments and restoration products we make ourselves.
OUR BUILDING RESTORATION & WATERPROOFING SERVICES IN MADISON, WI
Exterior restoration, waterproofing and building envelope consulting for commercial properties in Madison and across Dane County.
Freeze cycles and meltwater tear open the seals that keep Madison buildings dry. We reseal expansion joints, window and curtain wall perimeters, parapets and masonry with systems that stay flexible in the cold.
From 1850s sandstone to modern campus and office buildings, Madison facades crack and spall under freeze and salt. We repair brick and stone, replace sealants, restore concrete, metal and glass and apply breathable protection.
Ramps serving Capitol Square, the state buildings, the campus and the hospitals take road salt all winter. We remove damaged concrete, treat corroded steel, replace joints and add traffic membranes that keep salt out.
Snow loads, ice dams and freeze cycles wear out Madison roofs. Many can be restored with seam, flashing and drain repairs and a cold-climate coating instead of a costly tear-off.
Madison’s historic buildings include the State Capitol, Bascom Hall, the 1863 Gates of Heaven synagogue and the stone houses of Mansion Hill. We preserve them with matched lime mortars and careful sandstone, limestone and granite repair.
Many Madison leaks only appear during the spring thaw or a summer storm. We find the real source with controlled water testing, thermal imaging, moisture surveys, drone photos and hands-on inspection.
Why Madison Property Owners Trust Presto Restoration
Presto Restoration has protected commercial buildings across the country for more than 25 years, and in Madison we pair that experience with a clear understanding of freeze-thaw damage, road salt and a short building season.
Our Local Madison, WI Support Network
Restoration is only one part of caring for a building. Presto works with a network of Dane County service companies so Madison owners have help with upkeep and everyday needs as well.
For routine upkeep and everyday facility support, owners can also contact our sister companies:
Building Restoration Madison: Structural repairs and exterior upkeep for Madison buildings.
Building Maintenance Madison: Maintenance programs that keep Madison properties protected through the winter.
Building Services Madison: Full day-to-day commercial building support across the Madison market.
Recent Building Restoration Projects in Wisconsin
WISCONSIN PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
View the stone and facade restoration Presto has completed in Wisconsin.
Frequently Asked Questions About Building Restoration in Madison, WI
What types of commercial buildings does Presto restore in Madison?
Office and mixed-use buildings, state government buildings, university buildings, hospitals and clinics, apartment towers, parking ramps and historic buildings. We work with brick, sandstone, limestone, granite, concrete, precast, metal panels, glass and roofing.
How does Madison’s climate affect commercial buildings?
Freeze-thaw cycles widen cracks and break down mortar and stone, snowmelt and ice dams push water into joints and under flashings, road salt corrodes concrete and metal, and summer storms test every opening the winter left.
How long does a building restoration project take in Madison?
A sealant replacement may take a few weeks, while a full facade restoration can take several months. Most exterior work runs from about April through October.
Does Presto handle permits in Madison?
Yes. We work with the City of Madison’s Building Inspection Division when permits are required, coordinate through general contractors on larger jobs and welcome owners who pull their own permits. 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 cleaning and small touch-ups. Restoration repairs what has failed, such as torn joints, crumbling mortar and spalled concrete, so the building stops letting water in.
How do I know if my Madison building needs restoration?
Watch for crumbling mortar, flaking brick or stone, split caulking, white salt staining, rust streaks and water stains inside after the thaw or a storm. Call us or request a quote, and our team will respond to help you plan the next step.
Seeing freeze damage, cracks or leaks on your Madison building? Tell us what you are noticing, and our team will respond to help you plan for the next building season.
Call us today at 1-800-785-9927 or click Request A Quote.