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Waterproofing Membranes

Use waterproofing membranes to prevent recurring damage to your commercial structures

Are waterproofing membranes right for your structure? At some point, nearly every masonry structure or roadway will experience some form of water initiated or directly caused damage. Repairs are inevitable and typically built into maintenance budgets associated with each investment.   The repair costs and frequency can be minimized however with upfront prevention using waterproofing membranes. …

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project manager estimators (PMEs)

Project Estimators are essential to the success of McGill Restoration

A day in the life of a PME (project manager estimator) at McGill Restoration is busy and challenging. We are proud of the detail-oriented nature of every PME and the hard work they do to accurately estimate each project while following through to completion. Our proven process begins with a seven-step cycle that starts with …

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Industrial tank maintenance

Get the upper hand on industrial tank corrosion and deterioration with these maintenance best practices.

Your industrial storage tanks are constantly exposed to various elements. From the product you store on the interior of the tank to the shift in seasonal weather patterns on the exterior. Because of these factors, industrial tank maintenance is key to keeping your tanks functioning properly and in operation longer. Putting off basic maintenance can …

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when to call a contractor

Should you call an experienced contractor before putting your next project to bid?

Every project runs through the early phases of exploration and outlining with planners and engineers. The contractor is not necessarily present as stakeholders assess and discuss the details and expectations. Professional engineers will also meet and begin assessments for design without consulting a contractor.  While this is not uncommon, plenty of projects can benefit from …

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Everything you need to know about traffic coatings

Table of Contents Traffic coatings are a useful tool for preventative maintenance on busy surfaces. As the first line of defense against the elements and physical contact, coatings serve a critical role in protecting against damage and deterioration to high-traffic pedestrian and vehicle contact surfaces. Various coatings offer robust applications with traffic slip resistance, aesthetic …

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McGill Restoration - Joint Sealants on Parking Garage

Importance of joint sealants for parking garage structure

Table of Contents Joint sealant health is critical for the longevity of your parking garage structure or masonry project. Every joint represents an opportunity for water to enter and deteriorate the raw materials and integrity of the overall structure.  Regular inspections are an absolute necessity to identify and renew failing joint sealants. Caring for the …

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McGill Restoration - Wilkinson Industrial - Renew industrial coatings to prevent corrosion

Renew your protective industrial coatings to stop corrosion

Table of Contents Corrosion puts your structure at risk and assessing and repairing damage is something that simply cannot wait. Corrosion primarily refers to metals experiencing deterioration from chemical or biological elements occurring in the environment. Chemical changes to the metal will cause rust and material loss when left unchecked. Industrial coating is critical in …

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