Caulking Services In Minneapolis & St. Paul

No licensed commercial contractor provides higher quality exterior caulking services than BEI Exterior Maintenance. We are your one-stop shop for caulking and sealing your building or property. Don’t delay addressing a crucial issue that requires a knowledgeable professional. We will provide prompt, efficient caulking and sealing services to ensure your satisfaction.

The Benefits Of Caulking & Sealing Your Building

Caulking is a flexible sealing compound that closes gaps, preventing water, air, dirt, bugs, and particulates from entering your building, penetrating masonry, or rotting wood framing. It also provides an airtight seal to stop draftiness from adversely affecting your building’s comfort level. BEI Exterior Maintenance knows which caulking works best for each space of your building. 

Because many different types of caulking exist, you should know what brand best fits your unique situation. Caulking is not one-size-fits-all. For example, silicone caulk seals great on nonporous surfaces. However, it does not adhere well to wood surfaces and cannot be easily painted. BEI Exterior Maintenance assesses each type of exterior building material for the ideal caulk.

Expert Egress Caulking Services For Twin Cities Residents

Buildings leak air, most commonly around exterior doors and windows, but also through any areas that penetrate the exterior shell of your structure. Even if a sealant was correctly applied when installing the doors and windows, sealant (or caulking) ages over time, losing its elasticity and adhesiveness due to weathering, settling, and other external conditions.

When an existing caulking no longer performs optimally, it needs removal and replacement. BEI Exterior Maintenance regularly removes old caulk and adds a new sealant. Properly sealed windows, doors, trim, and siding will keep your building warmer during cooler seasons and comfortable in warmer months. You’ll conserve heating and cooling usage.

Protect Your Property With Professional Concrete Caulking Services

Gaps and cracks in concrete are a safety hazard for you and your workers, tenants, or guests. Fix unsightly and dangerous cracks in your property’s concrete. As your concrete caulking contractor, BEI Exterior Maintenance responsibly addresses precarious concrete gaps with the appropriate caulking application. This measure protects you and extends the lifespan of your existing concrete surface.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Regularly cleaning your current caulk with safe, all-purpose solutions while using appropriate cleaning devices (that are not excessively abrasive) will prolong its life. Selectively removing old caulk and adding a new sealant may help, at least in the short term. Ultimately, if your existing caulk has issues (such as gaps that allow air and moisture to penetrate), it is more efficient and cost-effective to remove it and replace it with new airtight and waterproof caulking.

Some types of caulk (such as acrylic-latex sealants) can be painted. However, silicone caulk is not generally paintable because it lacks the chemical composition for paint adhesion.

Caulk does not last indefinitely. It has a shelf life. Polyurethane caulk typically will provide five to ten years of service before requiring replacement. On the other hand, silicone caulk could provide up to 20 years of life. Outside factors (including weathering) influence how long a caulk will last.

In commercial settings, most installers add polyurethane or silicone caulk. Polyurethane sealants offer excellent adhesion, elasticity, and paintability and are compatible with a wide range of surface materials. Silicone sealants deliver excellent elasticity over an extensive temperature range. They also resist weathering and deterioration due to chemical exposure.

If you observe that your caulk is peeling, cracking, or missing in areas, it needs immediate replacement. Additionally, if the caulk shows discoloration or feels soft and spongy, you likely require a new sealant. Don’t delay in addressing obvious signs of caulk degradation

Many experts claim that vinyl latex caulk is an optimal option for outdoor purposes. However, silicone sealants also offer particular benefits, including the ability to withstand extreme temperatures and humidity.

About BEI Exterior Maintenance

Our story began in 1978 and has only grown since then. BEI Exterior Maintenance was born on the idea that the highest-quality construction products combined with the best craftsmanship result in an exceptional customer service experience. We strive to exceed your expectations from the first moment we connect to the completion of your project. Discover why more business owners and property managers choose us for their commercial exterior needs.

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Learn why BEI Exterior Maintenance is the preferred choice for commercial exterior services in Minneapolis–St. Paul and surrounding Twin Cities areas. As an award-winning contractor, we set a standard for premium service at an affordable price. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation or to learn more about our full menu of services.

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