Exterior weatherproofing your home in Jupiter Florida to prepare for the upcoming rainy season is something all homeowners should do. Weatherproofing your home makes sure that moisture from rain does not penetrate the underlying wood structure and protects your home from black mold or dry rot forming. Exterior weatherproofing ranges in price and has the potential to be on the high side, but none of that is comparable to the price of water damage.
There are several methods and materials used during weatherproofing the exterior of your home, but the two common materials used are silicone caulking and elastomeric caulking. There are pros and cons to both, however, K-Boys Construction and Mold Remediation choose to use only elastomeric caulking. Residing in locations susceptible to hurricanes and bad weather, such as Jupiter, Florida, it is vital to think about the quality of the weatherproofing products that are being used.
Silicone caulking
Yes, K-boys construction and Mold Remediation uses elastomeric caulking and it is important to know the reasons behind that decision. Silicone caulking takes much longer to dry than elastomeric caulk. Silicone caulking has a tendency to break down overtime only having a lifespan of about 5 years, whereas elastomeric caulking has a lifespan of 20 years and is much stronger than silicone caulking. Silicone caulking also omits a very strong odor and needs a certain amount of moister to set properly. It is the cheaper route, but K-Boys Construction focuses on quality, efficiency, and choosing the right caulking product that is going to withstand heavy weather conditions in places Florida.
Elastomeric caulking
When you are working on any project ranging from caulking a bathtub to waterproofing a roof, elastomeric caulking is a must. There is a wide variety of materials it can be used on such as wood, tile, porcelain. drywall, glass, metal, plastics, etc.
K-Boys Construction weatherproofing services specialize in waterproofing the exterior outside of houses, windows, and doors and any spaces that water can get into.
We could go on and on about the benefits of Elastomeric caulking but contact us today and we can help you answer any questions you may have about weatherproofing the exterior of your home.
Why Choose K-Boys Construction?
We listen to our customers and always give fair and honest quotes. We are also locally owned and operated and our reputation for quality service is well known throughout Palm Beach County and Martin County, Florida and surrounding areas.
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