Thermographie
Brick seal repair: How does it work?
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...
5 popular types of degradation under construction
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 work: a long-term saving!
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...
Emergency caulking and resumption of construction in Quebec
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....
The de-fog of thermos lengthens the life of double glazing
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...
Sealants of joints under construction
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Sonneborn NP1 Sealer
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.
Thermography, air infiltration and water infiltration
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.
The contribution of the gondola to comfort and safety
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...
Expansive foam is not compliant for caulking
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...
