A balcony is a great way to enjoy outdoor space, but because they are constantly exposed to the weather balconies are bound to incur damage over time. Structural damage can also occur in cases of a fire or other natural disaster. Since the safety of everyone who accesses your balcony is of the utmost importance, it is necessary to know when balcony repairs are needed.
Balcony Restoration Jobs
There are various procedures and techniques that can be applied to maintain the structural integrity of commercial balconies.
- Railing Replacement: secure railings are paramount to overall safety. Weather and frequent use make railings vulnerable to deterioration.
- Concrete Repair: concrete expands during summers and shrinks during winters, creating cracks or chips. These small discrepancies may seem minor, but they can indicate or worsen into potential danger.
Common Techniques
Some of the most common balcony restoration jobs include:
- Balcony Structural Repairs: this involves repairing any cracks and breaks in the concrete, concrete slab replacement, reinforcing steel, and fixing or replacing canopies.
- Waterproofing: to protect the restored concrete against water, a pedestrian traffic coating waterproofing system is applied.
- Elastomeric Wall Coatings & Penetrating Sealers: this provides a protective coating.
- Balcony Guard Restoration & Replacement: glass or steel guards are removed and replaced.
Stay Safe with Balcony Restoration
Adhering to balcony repairs is something that needs to be done at the first sight of damage. A quick repair, however, should not compromise the quality of the job done, neither should safety be sacrificed in an effort to reduce costs. If repairs are not done properly, the repaired portion can loosen and break off which can result in serious injury.
Restoring a balcony requires unique skills, so it is important to hire experienced professionals who are up to date with industry standards, and who will work diligently to adhere to building and zoning codes.
Western BRL offers restoration & reconstruction services for residential, commercial and industrial properties for over 30 years. We have over 2000 jobs completed across the GTA, and we strive to provide excellence and professionalism with every job. Give our experts a call today!