A Waterproof Deck is a Strong Deck!

There are many benefits to waterproofing your deck , and we’ve discussed many of them in previous posts here on our blog. However, one benefit that many people don’t think of or consider is the benefit of adding strength to your deck. It’s true: a waterproof and sealed deck actually stands stronger and more durable for a longer period of time compared to a deck that’s left exposed and untreated. On this blog, we’ll explain more about this added benefit and explain why you should take advantage of it.

Longer-Lasting Strength

Depending on your deck’s surface, a waterproof coating is an extra layer of armor against the wear and tear associated with everything from elemental exposure to foot traffic from use. While a waterproof seal is generally a thin coating, it’s an extremely hard one that’s designed to successfully withstand pelting from rainfalls, washing, and even just general usage. While it may not be able to protect against a major impact, such a heavy object being dropped, it can add just a little bit of extra protection to the raw materials your deck is constructed from, allowing them to be just a little more resistant to breaking and needing replacement.

Prevent Exposure to Materials

In addition to preventing the materials from breaking, a proper waterproofing service will also help prevent water damage to the materials your deck is built from. For example, if you have a wooden deck, water is certainly not your friend, as it can cause warping, splintering, and rot in the wood itself. This is particularly unsightly and frustrating in surface boards, but it’s even more dangerous in the deck’s wooden structure, where rot can soften the wood and cause it to become weak, incapable of sustaining the weight of the structure and whatever is on it. By waterproofing your deck, you’re preserving the surface itself as well as the structure underneath, minimizing its exposure to water that can eventually soften it and cause it to fail.

The same principle applies to decks constructed from concrete, tile, granite, marble, or even synthetic materials. While these surfaces may be naturally more water-resistant than wood, continuing to have them resurfaced and waterproofed can prevent any water from seeping in and causing the materials to erode away and eventually become damaged and unsuitable for use. A deck that has not been properly waterproofed will likely see cosmetic damage such as fading or dulling of colors, but will also likely see structural damage such as cracks through the surface, deformation, ponding, and even weak points where the deck seems to bend or give way just a little too much. A proper waterproofing procedure can help prevent this issue from emerging, giving you the ability to use your deck confidently and continually, knowing that the structure it’s built upon is in good working condition and has been properly preserved.

This is particularly important for rooftop decks or decks that have anything beneath them. A deck of this nature that hasn’t been waterproofed will likely lead to leaks in the roof of whatever is below, which when outside may not be the end of the world, but inside can be a major issue. A rooftop deck that isn’t waterproofed can leak into the roof, wearing out the structure and leaking water into the space below, which, if let get out of hand, could cause a collapse.

This is just one more reason why it’s a good idea to reach out to a Los Angeles deck waterproofing company about having your deck properly sealed. A sealed deck will be able to provide you with loads of additional usage and durability, as well as last for many additional years before major repairs or renovations will be needed.

To schedule your waterproofing service or to learn more about the options available to you, contact Capital Deck & Stair Waterproofing today by dialing (888) 508-2966 !