In addition to refinishing stone surfaces, we can help you with waterproofing services for commercial buildings and restoration services for historic buildings. We also offer complete building consultations.
Without protection, vehicle exhaust, tree sap, fluid from leaking vehicles, and other environmental contaminants will adhere to stone surfaces. This collection of dust, dirt and oils causes unsightly stains on the building and walkways.
There are many types of mold and mildew, but no type will grow unless moisture is present. Sealing exterior building stone prevents water penetration and eliminates these green and black stains from forming on the architectural surface.
Efflorescence is a white, chalky substance that appears on exterior building stone when moisture in the stone is drawn to the surface and evaporates leaving salt deposits behind. These minerals can continue leaching down and also stain nearby glass, metal or other architectural materials. Protected masonry helps prevent stone as well as other building surfaces from needing future restoration.
If water is able to penetrate the building stone, it will begin to erode the bond that holds the masonry together. This is especially damaging during the winter months when the water freezes and expands, compromising the strength of the manufactured stone. The resulting cracks and separation of material components can lead to costly repairs.
If water is allowed to penetrate beyond the building masonry and reach the steel components that hold the building together, the steel will begin to rust. This issue, left unresolved, can lead to structural damage as well as further staining.
Chemical cleaning is the most cost effective and efficient means of removing severe stains from a building’s stone surfaces. Stone cleaning can be performed with high or low pressure techniques depending on the type of stone. Presto technicians carefully select the right combination of pressure and chemical cleaning technology, making sure to effectively clean the stone without wearing away the surface.
Presto’s technicians are also thoroughly trained in safety-compliant cleaning and restoration methods to ensure your protection of pedestrians and other elements on the property.
A high-quality restoration is not truly complete until the stone surfaces have been sealed. An invisible protective coating will prevent water penetration and erosion as well as resist staining from mineral deposits, biological growth and other environmental contaminants. Applying a clear water repellent will ensure the greatest return on investment for your property’s stone cleaning or restoration services. Sealed stone prevents the need for frequent pressure washing, as any settled dirt or contaminants easily rinse away.
Presto products contain high-quality silicone and acrylic coatings designed to close the pores of the stone and provide durable, long-lasting protection.
Presto provides a 10-year warranty on all stone sealant products. And we always make sure our clients are armed with the proper maintenance knowledge to extend the life of these protective treatments. Presto’s detailed recommendations will show how to correctly clean the stone without damaging the protective coating. Plus, if the stone is properly maintained, an extensive restoration should not be needed again.
Presto crews are available to restore buildings all over the country. Enter a zip code below to locate your property’s service area.
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.
Louisville, KY
Building Type: Commercial Office Building
Services: Surface Restoration
We spent 16 weeks giving this commercial office building in Louisville, Kentucky a full exterior restoration. The precast concrete panels used on the exterior of the building stained the aluminum window frames and commercial glass. Our team of professionals returned the glass, metal, and concrete surfaces to a like-new condition and sealed them using our own line of products to prevent further issues.
Nashville, TN
Building Type: Historic Building
Services: Stone Restoration
The Elliot School building is an upscale residential building in northern Nashville. We were contacted to help renovate the exterior of the historic building so it would match its newly renovated interior. We restored the brickwork to a like-new condition using our proprietary products and techniques.
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