Western Specialty Contractors’ Denver branch was recently challenged with waterproofing multiple condominium decks at Plaza De Monaco in Denver, CO.
Located at 2880 S. Locust Street in the extreme southeastern part of Denver, the six-building complex was constructed in 1970-73 and has 213 units ranging from studios to three-bedroom models. Plaza De Monaco has two seven-story towers and four three-story “garden” buildings.
Western was contracted by the complex manager to waterproof multiple concrete decks at the development. A deck coating creates a protective layer, almost like a solid rubber barrier, to keep contaminants from reaching the concrete’s surface. Deck coatings typically consist of a primer and a base coat (waterproofing membrane) that keeps water from penetrating any cracks in the deck surface and corroding the steel underneath. Like any other system, a deck coating must be applied correctly to maintain peak performance.
Western’s waterproofing experts started the project in May 2025, when spring weather can be unpredictable. Rainy weather challenged crews, causing some delays in applying the deck coating. The slope and smaller size of the decks, at 64 sq ft, posed additional challenges on the project.
“We faced several challenges. One of the reasons was the weather, which caused us to delay applying the coating to ensure it would be effective. Another challenge was applying the layers evenly and correctly in a sloped and confined space. Because of the decks’ smaller size, it was important not to let the material get on places where it wasn’t supposed to be and to spread the coating evenly without letting it drip off the edges of the deck,” said Western Project Manager Josh Fuentes. “To catch up and still complete the job on a timely basis, we fabricated very small squeegees and used small rollers that enabled us to be more efficient and accurate when putting down the coating.”
Western’s experts completed the project within a month, to the satisfaction of the complex’s manager. Condominium owners could remain in their condos while the work was being performed.
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Family-owned and operated for more than 100 years, Western Specialty Contractors is the nation’s largest specialty contractor in masonry and concrete restoration, waterproofing, and specialty roofing. Western offers a nationwide network of expertise that building owners, engineers, architects, and property managers can count on to develop cost-effective, corrective measures that can add years of useful life to a variety of structures, including industrial, commercial, healthcare, historic, educational and government buildings, parking structures, and sports stadiums. Western is headquartered in St. Louis, MO, with 30 branch offices nationwide and employs more than 1,200 salaried and hourly professionals who offer the best, time-tested techniques and innovative technology. For more information about Western Specialty Contractors, visit https://westernspecialtycontractors.com.