Preventative Maintenance: Waterproofing Options for Your Industrial Facility

When it comes to preventative maintenance, the last thing on your mind is a little water exposure. However, water is one of the most common causes of facility deterioration, and one of the most devastating. A little water exposure can go a long way, damaging your facility roofing system and causing structural damage on the way to the ground. The best way to stop this facility damage is to take preventative measures before leakage occurs, which is exactly what McLean company accomplishes with our facility waterproofing services.

How does water exposure affect your facility?

While water exposure inevitably will affect the outside of your facility, exposure to the inside of your facility can cause expensive damages to your most important facility assets. Water exposure to the the inside of your facility can cause: 

• Rust – The rusting of your internal facility structure is a major problem, and can cause a facility shutdown if the problems worsens. Weak structures also pose a big risk to your employees. 
• Mold – Mold thrives in moisture, and water exposure coupled with higher temperatures can create a breeding ground for various types of molds. Naturally, a facility riddled with mold is a big health risk, and may result in your facility being shut down due to compliance standards. 
•  Structural Damage – As mentioned, structural damage will be one of the biggest issues when it comes to water damage. From your roof to your facility floors, water can wreak havoc everywhere it travels. This leads to expensive repairs, and is a major safety hazard. 
• Slip Hazards – Pools of standing water and wet surfaces pose a risk to your employees’ safety. Water leaking into the facility can cause these problems, and lead to potential lawsuits down the road. 

With the right preventative maintenance and waterproofing, you can avoid these potential damages. A small fix now is worth it, as light water exposure can lead to major problems, and cost you thousands in repairs. 

Types of Waterproofing

There are several ways you can waterproof your facility before damage occurs. An all-out approach is what the professionals at McLean Company recommend, as implementing several methods of waterproofing can have the highest likelihood of preventing leaks. These methods include: 

• Masonry waterproofing – Because brick and stone are often porous, they are subject to water soaking through the pores. You can avoid this by applying a thin waterproof membrane above your stone/brick structures. 
• Caulking – Caulking can be used to seal the cracks and crevices where structures meet, as well as around doors and windows where water exposure is likely to occur. 
• Waterproof paint coating – Waterproof paint coatings not only protect your internal structures, but are also a great way to mitigate the harsh weathering and rusting that external facility structures endure. 

Waterproofing is one of your best defenses against water exposure in your facility. However, if you don’t act quickly, the damage that occurs can have lasting implications on your facility’s structure. 

Mclean Company’s Facility Waterproofing Services

At McLean Company, our team of industrial maintenance professionals can seal up your facility to ensure your assets are free from exposure to water damage. We handle all of your facility waterproofings needs, and pride ourselves on the quality of our work. For a free quote on your next facility waterproofing project, contact McLean Company as soon as possible!