Caulking a condominium is a maintenance point that you should think about most often. When you acquire newly or already live in a condominium, you should keep in mind that real estate is a substantial and profitable investment. For example, you can decide to sell it,...
A type of polymer exploited in solid or foam format, polyurethane has won the hearts of people looking for effective, durable and manageable insulation. Whether thermally or acoustically, this material brings high satisfaction. It has a positive impact on energy bills...
Caulking is a technique used to strengthen the tightness of open spaces in a house. The purpose of this operation is to prevent the entry of heat, especially in the summer period. That said, Quebec is experiencing a rather dense summer period. Caulking is therefore a...
In recent years, more and more households have been experiencing problems of heat loss. As a reminder, it is more precisely all heat loss in a house. This increases the heating bill, but not only. It can also harm the health of occupants. It is therefore essential to...
In Montreal and around the world, the condition of a home's openings plays a determining role in the comfort you can enjoy at home. That's why, when your doors and windows show signs of deterioration, it's essential to consider exterior caulking. However, there are...
Quebec has a fairly dense climate plurality. The variation in climate usually affects brick siding, stones and especially brick joints. In winter, for example, the temperature level during the day differs from that of the night....
Quebec has a fairly dense climate plurality. The variation in climate usually affects brick siding, stones and especially brick joints. In winter, for example, the temperature level during the day differs from that of the night. As a result, the crumbling of the...
Time inevitably exerts its influence on everything that exists under the sun, including our precious homes. Over the years, homes have undergone changes in both their physical appearance and aesthetics. For homeowners, this can lead to concerns about the work needed...
Caulking is a very common practice in Canada to clog doors and windows. Apart from these two openings, this process also seals the holes and cracks found in homes. It is, therefore, an approach that aims to take advantage of the efforts to seal the thermal envelope in...
The coronavirus outbreak has forced our country, our province, to stop all economic activities declared non-essential for health security purposes that are well understood by the public. The situation in Quebec allows for a gradual resumption of construction sites....
Your windows no longer offer the clear, unobstructed view that any window had to provide? An accumulation of fog obstructs the transparency of your windows? Rings mark the tiles inside the double glazing? Find the pleasure of a new window, transparent, 100% clean with...
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The Sonneborn Np1 has been developed to produce very durable waterproof caulking joints, has one of the lowest shrinking factors on the market and is therefore perfectly suited to all climates.
The detection of air leaks and infiltrations today passes through the high technology of infrared thermographic cameras. Elite Cauldration (Montreal and Laval) has developed an expertise in thermography inspection, realizing that while our specialty, caulking, solves the problems of air leakage and water infiltration from windows, it was not the same for all parts of the house.
High-rise interventions on buildings and condominiums always involve some risk for maintenance professionals(glass washing,facades, brick joints),and of course caulking). However, hazards can be avoided by using protective and...
A customer recently joined Calfeutrage Élite with a sensitive question about caulking techniques related to sound insulation, and with an initial answer, he extended his question to the use of PU insulating foam insulation (or polyurethane foam). Here is a summary of...
Caulking requires specific skills; both in the field of news technologies (infrared thermography) than in the application of sealants and seals. Caulking refers to all openings in a dwelling such as doors and windows. We'll talk below about the sliding windows that...
Like caulking windows, air infiltration, moisture, insects and mold are signs that a door is poorly insulated and requires weatherstripping. All openings are subject to air and moisture infiltration, which results in medium- and long-term degradation of woodwork and...
Caulking doors and windows significantly reduces the heating bill. In addition to the undeniable savings that can be made, caulking is also a good operation for the preservation of the environment. Thermal insulation is optimal, which limits greenhouse gas emissions...
The Hilti Group specializes in the manufacture and sale of products dedicated to building and construction professionals. The company operates in more than 120 countries around the world, bringing together product development centers and factories and manufacturing....
Autumn is here and your home needs to prepare for another winter storm before it gets too cold. It's about preventing icy air infiltration and destructive water infiltration from the building. If your building envelope has been caulking more than 10 years old, we...
With the arrival of the cold weather, this year 2018 and this from November, for a winter that lasts until April,the points of infiltration are more and more felt in a house: the windows, the doors, the roof ... To avoid the...
Is your door old and poorly insulated? Do you feel the air and humidity pass and it blows up the amount of your heating bill? This probably comes from worn or failing or non-existent joints on your front door. Caulking solutions...
If today the term "calfeuting" evokes the action of sealing doors and windows, historically the term has applied first to the manufacture and repair of boats, then in boilermaking... a look back at the history of the term....
You are currently co-owner or manager of a commercial building (condominiums and multi-housing) whose envelope is composed of pre-stressed concrete panels ("precast") and you are victims of water infiltration. Damage accumulates...
Elite Caulking performs caulking work for industrial and commercial buildings on the North Shore, from Laval to Repentigny via St Jerome and Mirabel. We have carried out major projects in the commercial sector. St. Dorothea...
Elite caulking is recommended by CAA Quebec. This recognition of the qualities of our caulking company has been in effect since October 2017 and it is not without some pride that we announce this approval. We know how important...
In addition to the RESIDENTIAL sector (single-family residences - 4 storeys or less - 12 units or less), Elite Calfeutrage carries out caulking for commercial buildings (including condominium towers and multi-housing - 5 storeys...
As of March 18, 2013, all buildings of 5 storeys (above ground) must undergo periodic verification and maintenance in order not to compromise safety and avoid any development of hazardous conditions. (Seethe law) The...
The profession of caulking does not officially exist, it is neither in the dictionary nor in the professional texts devoted to the craft or DIY book; Moreover, the spelling correctors point out a fault on the word... without...
