Caulking
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Ripping
It's all about removing the old caulking. Using pliers, hammers, wood knives as well as oscillating tools, . Depending on the type of product to be removed, various methods are used to avoid leaving traces of the old sealant.
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Application
It's now that the craftsmanship is needed. The application is the most difficult part of the operation. Dexterity, regularity and precision are essential to give an impeccable result.
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Clean Up
Next, cleaning is required using compressed air and solvents to ensure that no remaining residue will compromise the adhesion of the new sealant.
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Smooth
The work ends with a final masterful movement, smoothing. It flattens and creates a flawless adhesion to the surfaces to which the caulk is applied. The spatula therefore puts an end to the work with a professional finish.
Questions and answers
Why do we need to replace the sealant?
Some types of sealant dries and cracks faster than others. Combined with the natural movement of a house's foundation, cracks can appear that can affect the insulation of your building.
Mother Nature
The climatic conditions in Quebec are among thehardest on the international scale. The fluctuating of the temperatures from one extreme to the other create a contraction of the materials which weakens year after year. The resulting cracks can therefore let in water, the building's enemy number one.
Energy
A new and properly applied sealant will prevent any energy loss and reduce your electricity bills.
Insects and Animals
Another of its roles is to close all access points to insects, rodents and birds. These can sometimes do significant damage, resulting in high costs. They can attack your wood frame as well as electrical cables.
Sealants
Silicone, period!
We prefer the sealant based on industrial silicone because it is by far the one that has the most advantages:
Works and applies easily during finishing, result: impeccable aesthetics
Excellent expansion coefficient for our Quebec winters
Will not fade over time despite sustained exposure to sunlight and bad weather
Easy to clean
Dry, it resists all temperatures
Adhere to all types of surfaces
Large selection of colors
10 years
At D&J, we are confident in the durability of our products and the quality of our work, which is why we offer a 10-year sealant and 5-year warranty on labor. If a manufacturing defect is observed following the application of our sealant, we will come and correct it without complication. Note that the warranty is not applicable in the event of excessive movement of the building foundations.
We are certified with the building authority as specialized contractors:
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Wood and plastic work
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Insulation, waterproofing, covers and exterior cladding
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Doors and windows
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Finishing work
RBQ 5735-3120-01
Be chill and relax, in case of breakage or problems during the work
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Liability insurance $ 2M