DeckTech, Inc.'s Construction Blog

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 11-Oct-2018

Urethane vs Acrylic Deck Coatings: Which Is Better?

When it comes to waterproofing deck coating assemblies under tile, there is a debate among contractors about which product works best. The two waterproof deck coating products that are most commonly debated are urethane and acrylics. When working on ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 4-Sep-2018

What You Need to Know About Deck Resurfacing in Santa Barbara

Is your deck looking like it’s seen better days? It might be time to consider deck resurfacing. Read on for some information you need to know before you get started! What’s the Difference Between Deck Restoring and Deck Resurfacing? ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 27-Feb-2018

Does My Deck Even Need a High-Quality Deck Drain?

The Solid Surface Waterproof Coating Industry has numerous manufactures for deck coating products, each one vying for your dollar when you work on a deck resurfacing project. In general, a deck coating product will set the tone for what insiders in ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 5-Oct-2017

Get Your Roof, Balcony or Tile Deck Inspected by a Licensed Qualified Deck Inspector Before You Purchase It

Your roof, balcony, or tile deck has a critical waterproofing component that keeps your home dry and protects the integrity of framing and other structural elements you rely on to live in a safe and healthy space. Did you know if your home is 8 years ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 4-Mar-2017

Not All Deck Waterproofing Systems Are Equal!

Forty years ago, most decking was either concrete, wood or magnesium chloride. Over the last forty years, slip sheet, neoprene’s, acrylic and urethane systems have advanced in their abilities to waterproof buildings in all aspects of the ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 3-Mar-2017

Why Coating Assemblies Fail

As a waterproofing contractor specializing in failure, I give little merit to manufactures and their claims regarding the durability or longevity of their deck coating assemblies. All these assemblies have issues and the proof is seen in the photos ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 2-Mar-2017

What Actually Is a Decking Specialist or Expert?

A question we get asked a lot from potential customers is, “What is a Decking Specialist or Expert and are you one?” We love this question! In our service area of Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo Counties, we have been the leader in ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 12-Jan-2017

Recent Success Story with Multistory Condominium Complex Client

The 2016-2017 winter season in California has been a rainy one. For all the good rainstorms bring – some people are even claiming the multiyear drought is over – it can wreak real havoc on the unprepared. Unprotected buildings, in ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 30-Nov-2016

Where Roof Deck Sealant Fails

It's easy to look at one's balcony or roof deck and feel confident that the surface integrity is good and that the existing sealant is keeping any moisture intrusion from occurring. However, these sealant failings often happen in places where ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 18-Nov-2016

"Should I Reseal My Roof Deck Myself?"

"Can't I just reseal my roof deck myself?" If you or your household enjoy Do-It-Yourself projects, this may be a question that crosses your mind when considering the long-term protection of your roof deck or balcony. While there are ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 27-Oct-2016

Common Roof Deck Drain Issues

When a roof deck or balcony is constructed, there are a number of features installed that are designed to prevent water intrusion. There's the pitch of the deck, which will allow water to run off the deck surface. There's the sealant, which ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 17-Oct-2016

Signs of Poor Roof Deck Construction

There are many different and critical considerations that go into proper roof deck and balcony construction. Unfortunately, not all builders carefully approach these considerations and instead make time or cost-saving shortcuts to protect their ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 27-Sep-2016

Understanding Dry Rot

It likely that, at one time or another, you've heard the term "dry rot." However, as common as the term is, few of us actually understand what it is, how it occurs, and what it can actually do to the wood in our homes. Perhaps most ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 13-Sep-2016

Understanding Ponding on Your Roof Deck

The occurrence of standing water on your roof deck or balcony-- or "ponding," as it's called-- is not only an indication that something could be wrong with your deck, it could aggravate existing water intrusion issues, as well. Below, ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 22-Aug-2016

Preparing Your Roof Deck for the Rainy Season

As we approach the final weeks of the summer, many homeowners feel as if their roof decks have cleared another season of outdoor activities and sunny lounging outside their home. However, the passing of another summer does not mean your roof deck ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 18-Aug-2016

Structure Leaks & Your Roof Deck

Most homeowners realize that a leaking roof deck is trouble. Moisture intrusion can cause internal damage and rot within the deck itself, slowly eating away at its integrity and beauty. Often, however, this is not a worst case scenario: because so ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 19-Jul-2016

Roof Deck Questions to Ask When Buying a Home

If you're looking to buy a home, chances are you have a long list of questions about the property. Frequently, however, potential homeowners are not sure what to make of house's roof deck. Too many of these real estate clients assume that a ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 13-Jul-2016

The Effects of Moisture Intrusion

What is Moisture Intrusion? Is It Really Something to Worry About? Many home and commercial property owners fail to recognize just how serious this issue can be for their roof deck-- especially in Southern California's climate, where rain can be ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 30-Jun-2016

Why You Should Waterproof Your Deck

Continued exposure to the elements can place a lot of stress on the waterproof coatings on decks, stairs, and balconies. This is particularly true for decks of the oceanfront cities like San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach, where oceanic moisture and ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 10-Jun-2016

Who Our Clients Are

At DeckTech, Inc. , our trusted deck sealing and resurfacing professionals offer a wide range of construction and repair services—services that have allowed our team to work with a variety of different clients for a variety of different needs. ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 24-May-2016

Is Your Deck Ready for a California Summer?

Summer in California often means trips to the beach, long hours of sunlight, barbecues with friends, and many other great times for its residents. However, it also means several consecutive months of abuse for your deck. With the sharp rise in ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 30-Mar-2016

DeckTech Inc. Provides Solution to Leaking Deck

After some inspection and a few weeks of hard work, Ron McKenna of DeckTech, Inc. was able to fix the failed deck of a local resident. Scott R., who resides in Cayucos, contacted DeckTech assess the chronic leaking issues his tile deck coating was ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 21-Mar-2016

PHOTOS: Decktech Inc. Joins New Construction Project in Pismo Beach

New Pismo Beach Development Ron Mckenna said it sure was nice to see a new sprouting of building project sites in San Luis County. The "Armageddon" for building contractors, due to real estate and banking crises of 2008-2011, thinned the ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 9-Feb-2016

3 Construction Mistakes That Can Cause a Leaky Balcony

Is Your Balcony Leaking? It May be a Construction Error. Our San Luis Obispo deck resurfacing experts know that a single mistake during construction can compromise the integrity of the whole balcony – after all, we fix these mistakes for a ...

Posted By DeckTech, Inc. 13-Jan-2016

Do I Need To Disclose A Leaky Deck When Selling A Home?

When selling a house, California law requires you to fill out a Transfer Disclosure Statement, or TDS. It is via this form that you must disclose anything which materially impacts value or desirability, a rather broad and inclusive requirement. ...