In addition to refinishing glass surfaces, we can help you with waterproofing services for commercial buildings and restoration services for historic buildings. We also offer complete building consultations.
Minerals can leach onto adjacent windows from unsealed precast or poorly applied caulking. These mineral deposits stain the glass, preventing occupants from seeing outside. Glass restoration can remove the mineral stains and restore the window to its original condition.
Improper window cleaning methods use high mineral content tap water and dishwashing liquid, which leaves hard water stains and soap scum on building glass. Windows close to sprinkler systems can also develop these stains over time. Restoring and maintaining the glass with Presto products and techniques will remove stains and prevent them from developing in the future.
Glass scratches can be caused by improper and abrasive glass restoration products, as well as the scrapers used during construction cleanup or paint and caulking removal efforts. This etching in the glass creates a cloudy appearance, making the windows appear dirty from both the interior and exterior of the building. Presto can repair fine or deep scratches with techniques that leave a like-new appearance.
Extreme exposure to damaging elements can actually corrode the glass. This damage must be repaired by resurfacing the window, which removes the corrosion along with a very thin layer of glass to level the surface and prevent any optical distortion.
Once dried onto the glass, these materials are difficult to remove. Common industry practice is to remove the concrete with a stainless steel scraper blade and dishwashing liquid, leaving scratches on the glass surface. Presto’s Glass-Crete product is a proprietary formulation containing phosphoric acid and acid-compatible polymers that break down the calcium in the concrete while lubricating the glass surface to provide easy removal.
Glass is a highly polished surface and can easily be damaged by harsh, abrasive products. The industry standard techniques involve the use of acids that can leave burns in the glass and surrounding architectural materials, creating a hazed look.
Presto’s products and techniques will not scratch or burn the glass. Instead, they leave a highly reflective and clear finish after completely removing the stains and repairing any corrosion.
Before moving forward with the full restoration, it is important to test select products and techniques. Glass surfaces are delicate, and depending on the type of stain, some may require a different solution to achieve the desired result. Window test areas should be examined in direct sunlight and from a variety of angles to ensure that the glass is not burned or scratched.
After the building windows have been restored, we highly recommend applying a silicone protective treatment to prevent future damage and staining. Protecting the glass after restoration can leave maintained windows looking brand new decades.
Glass sealers can also be applied to new construction buildings or replacement glass to protect them from ever needing restoration.
Presto’s protective treatments provide such a smooth surface that any debris or dirt can easily be cleaned during routine maintenance.
Presto provides a 5-, 10- or 20-year product warranty depending on the silicone coating selected. And we always make sure our clients are armed with the proper maintenance knowledge to extend the life of these glass protection treatments. Presto’s detailed recommendations will show how to correctly clean the windows without damaging the protective sealer. Plus, if the glass is properly maintained, an extensive restoration should not be needed again.
Contact us today about restoring and preserving your commercial or historic building for generations to come.
Presto crews are available to restore buildings all over the country. Enter a zip code below to locate your property’s service area.
Dallas, TX
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Waterproofing
Brutal Texas heat damaged and dried out caulking of office building in Dallas. We performed a complete waterproofing service including removing and replacing all the expired caulking.
Rensselaer, NY
Building Type: Multi-story Apartment
Services: Waterproofing
The exterior of the Van Rensselaer Heights apartment building was transformed by waterproofing services. New paint, caulking, and waterproofing coating turns run down looking building into modern looking apartments.
Fort Wayne, IN
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Waterproofing
Fully waterproofing the exterior of a multi-surface, multi-story office building is no problem for Presto Restoration. We have the expertise to get the job done correctly.
Knoxville, TN
Building Type: Condominium
Services: Waterproofing
We were contacted by the managers of the building because of leaking windows. Upon our inspection we found that the leaks were between the window frames and the building. We also repaired leaks along the exterior walls of the building and around the doors.
Morgantown, WV
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Clean and Seal
We were contacted to revamp the exterior of an office building in downtown Morgantown, WV. The precast exterior was stained which left the building looking run down and dirty. We used our own specially developed Stone Restore and LeachStop products to clean and seal the entire building.
Meridian, MS
Building Type: Hotel
Services: Historic Preservation
We were excited to be part of the restoration of the Threefoot Building in Meridian, Mississippi. It is an incredible, historic Art Deco office building that is being redeveloped into a hotel. We helped with the exterior restoration of the masonry work and are so proud of how everything turned out.
Allston, MA
Building Type: Educational
Services: Surface Restoration
A very unique looking part of the Harvard campus needed glass restoration services after its windows were damaged during construction. Our team of experts made the glass in the windows look brand new.
Atlanta, GA
Building Type: Aquarium
Services: Surface Restoration
We worked after hours to ensure the safety of the Georgia Aquarium's visitors. They exterior of the building was starting to show its age so we used our own specially developed products to clean and protect the alucobond and EIFs.
Greenville, SC
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Surface Restoration
A multi-use office building in downtown Greenville, SC needed a complete restoration to remove stains from the glass and stone on the exterior.
Fort Worth, TX
Building Type: Factory
Services: Caulking
Local treasure, Best Maid Pickles, needed help with some cracking concrete in their factory and parking structure. Presto was able to not only help the facility look better with our commercial caulking services, we also protected the facility from further cracking and spalling.
Dallas, TX
Building Type: Historic Office Building
Services: Historic Preservation
We restored the metal window frames of the historic Meadows office building in Dallas, Texas. Decades in the hot sun tarnished the aluminum. The glass to metal joints also needed attention because the seals were damaged. It took six months to make the windows look as good as new. Restoring and preserving an old building allows neighborhoods to keep their charm and is better for the environment.
Salinas, CA
Building Type: Commercial Office Building
Services: Surface Restoration
The Taylor Building in downtown Salinas is the headquarters of Taylor Farms. We were contacted to clean the GFRC and glass of this iconic building. The downtown area of Salinas has been on the rise for the past five years, and it is important to the owner that their building looks its best at all times. GFRC cleaning can be difficult, so it’s important to use the right chemicals and processes to ensure an even finish without damaging the concrete.
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