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In the perpetual fight against infestations, caulking is proving to be a great ally, especially when it comes to preventing the intrusion of mice. A question of hygiene for some and a source of phobias for others, parasites, whether they take the form of insects, rodents or other small unwanted animals, are unanimously undesirable in our living spaces. Their intrusion into our homes causes damage

A building or a building is the image of the company that houses it. A well-maintained building testifies to the quality of the men and women who represent it. Do you want to restore your building's vigour? To add value by quality thermal caulking. Elite Cauldration has the appropriate equipment(gondola, security)and the necessary government authorizations. We also do the fire caulking. Call

Within the construction industry, there are rigorous hiring criteria to meet. In particular, the workforce must justify skills that have been acquired through specific training or through recognized and certified experience in the field. These regulations are governed by the "Labour Relations, Vocational Training and Workforce Management Act in the Construction Industry," commonly known as Act

Suspended at the end of a climbing harness, the roper is a construction worker who seems to perform perilous acrobatics but actually possesses the dual competence of the trade he practices and the specificity of the conditions in which he performs it. Needless to say, he is in excellent physical condition. This qualified technician works at heights to carry out various missions such as building

When you love the construction trades and live in Quebec, there are several solutions to approach the profession and embrace a specialty. From the school of construction trades to learning in the field, a good construction worker, he is first of all a person who likes to work with his hands, create, and has a taste for work well done.   Let's focus on emoicq which addresses all the

The facelift is a set of works to which building owners are required and this operation is proportionally binding on the height of the building. In Quebec, any construction of at least 5 storeys (COMMERCIAL SECTOR including multi-housing and condominium towers of 5 storeys or more with 13 or more units) must be controlled and maintained periodically, so that safety but also aesthetics are always

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 the exchange of words: I have windows to change in a room for which I am doing renovations. There are large fixed panels in the

A home needs to be isolated from cold weather in winter as much as heat on sunny days, especially when you consider that in Quebec the temperature can reach 40oC. Closing rolling shutter systems or equivalents and aerating systematically in the morning and evening is not always enough to enjoy a cool indoor environment. It is necessary to undertake some insulation work to benefit from a pleasant

Changing windows offers many advantages, not only in terms of the aesthetics of the façade of the building but also in terms of the reduction of energy consumption: these are therefore lighter electricity bills for the portfolio. This long-term investment is therefore a way to save on your heating budget and improve your comfort. There is a wide range of window models adapted to the framing of

  In the construction and public works sector, the labourers are certified workers who are entrusted with various simple tasks and tasks in the context of construction or renovation. To ensure their comfort and safety at work, the CNESST (formerly CSST) or Occupational Health and Safety Commission has set out a number of safety rules for any high-rise intervention. Safety rules for

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 giving an alternative version. It is a term that has developed in the popular language, which is often the initiator of new words. We also know how the verb of the street

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 inspection/verification must be carried out exclusively by an engineer or architect and must be dated, documented and kept in a free register at the consultation. This is the famous

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 or more - 13 units and more), industrial and institutional sectors in Greater Montreal including the North shore and South Shore. For example, and to name a few, we

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 consumer confidence is in the world of construction and the Internet, by establishing itself in the search for reliable companies, has increased the opportunity for

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 Pharmaprix Lionel-Groulx College Quebec Public Health Laboratory   To name but a few... Fighting air infiltration,sealing shop windows and reducing heat loss in