Protecting Washington, D.C. Office Buildings, Hotels, Campuses & Historic Landmarks from Storms and Hard Winters
Commercial Building Restoration Experts Serving Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. buildings are held to a low height limit, so the city grew outward in long, broad buildings faced in limestone, marble, granite and brick, with roofs crowded by penthouses, terraces and green roofs. Hot, humid summers bring violent thunderstorms that drive water into joints and onto roof decks, and winters bring freeze-thaw cycles, snow and road salt that crack stone, push out mortar and corrode concrete and metal. With so many historic districts and landmarks, much of that work also has to meet strict preservation review.
Presto Restoration has restored and waterproofed commercial buildings, parking structures and historic properties across the country for more than 25 years. In Washington, D.C. our crews work on downtown and K Street office buildings, mixed-use buildings in NoMa and Navy Yard, hotels, university and hospital buildings, apartment buildings and historic properties in Georgetown, Capitol Hill and Penn Quarter. We use breathable treatments for historic stone and brick, high-movement sealants and restoration products we make ourselves.
OUR BUILDING RESTORATION & WATERPROOFING SERVICES IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Exterior restoration, waterproofing and building envelope consulting for commercial properties across Washington, D.C.
Storms and freezes open the joints on D.C.’s long stone facades, and terraces leak where they meet penthouse walls. We reseal joints, windows, parapets and terrace transitions.
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From limestone offices on K Street to brick row houses in Georgetown, D.C. facades take storms and freezes. We repair stone and brick, replace sealants and restore metal and glass.
Garages under D.C. buildings and plazas take road salt every winter and leaks from the decks above. We rebuild damaged concrete, replace joints and add traffic membranes.
D.C. roofs are flat and crowded with equipment, terraces and green roofs. Many can be restored with flashing repairs and a coating instead of a disruptive tear-off.
D.C.’s historic buildings include the Pension Building, the Old Post Office, the Willard Hotel, Union Station and the row houses of Georgetown and Capitol Hill. We preserve them with matched lime mortars and careful stone repair.
Many D.C. leaks start at a rooftop terrace or behind a stone panel and show up far from the source. We find it with flood and water testing, thermal imaging, moisture surveys, drone photos and hands-on inspection.
Why Washington, D.C. Property Owners Trust Presto Restoration
Presto Restoration has protected commercial buildings across the country for more than 25 years, and in D.C. we pair that experience with careful work on historic stone and brick and on crowded roof decks.
Our Local Washington, D.C. Support Network
Restoration is only one part of caring for a building. Presto works with a network of local service companies so D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.: Structural repairs and exterior upkeep for D.C. buildings.
Building Maintenance Washington, D.C.: Maintenance programs that keep D.C. properties protected through storms and winter.
Building Services Washington, D.C.: Full day-to-day commercial building support across the city.
Recent Building Restoration Projects in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
View the restoration work Presto has completed in Washington, D.C.
Frequently Asked Questions About Building Restoration in Washington, D.C.
What types of commercial buildings does Presto restore in D.C.?
Office buildings, mixed-use buildings, hotels, university and hospital buildings, apartment buildings, parking garages and historic landmarks and row houses. We work with limestone, marble, granite, brick, concrete, precast, metal, glass and roofing.
How does the D.C. climate affect commercial buildings?
Humid summers bring violent thunderstorms that drive water into joints and roof decks, and winters bring freeze-thaw cycles, snow and road salt that crack stone, push out mortar and corrode concrete and metal.
How long does a building restoration project take in D.C.?
A sealant replacement may take a few weeks, while a full facade restoration can take several months. Historic review can add time, so we plan for it from the start.
Does Presto handle permits in D.C.?
Yes. We work with the D.C. Department of Buildings 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 keeps a building clean and in good repair day to day. Restoration fixes what has failed, such as cracked stone, crumbling mortar, failed joints and leaking roof decks, so water stops getting in.
How do I know if my D.C. building needs restoration?
Watch for cracked or spalled stone, crumbling mortar, split caulking, rust stains, salt staining and leaks below terraces or after storms. Call us or request a quote, and our team will respond to help you plan the next step.
Seeing cracked stone, terrace leaks or failing joints on your D.C. 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.