Wanke, Industrial, Commercial, Residential, Inc. (WICR) Is No Longer a Listed Applicator for Mer-Kote!

Did Hell freeze over? I missed it I guess...

during a website update at DeckExpert.com, I was posting the Mer-Kote approved applicators list to the deck coating installers page...and I noticed that it had been revamped into a easier to read list...and then I was reading the list of applicators...and then I noticed that WICR wasn't listed.

I inquired with a source at Mer-Ko who confirmed that WICR is not a listed applicator anymore.

WICR was the grandaddy installer of Mer-Kote; in the days of Dave Krubinksi as sales manager, WICR was THE Mer-Kote applicator, a force to be reckoned with...

but Dave Krubinksi left Mer-Kote after Parex bought them, and things changed for the better at Mer-Kote with new management and a new way of doing business...less good ole boy style and more like an open and free market.

So how does that effect you Mr. Homeowner or Homeowner Asssociation? Well that's better left to be said by Mer-Kote, but my opinion is that any warranty written by WICR, if it meets Mer-Kotes standards and was registered with mer-Kote, is that your ok. You'll need to have your decks maintained by a listed applicator. WICR cannot back any factory warranty up so far as I know...

If your warranty is written and backed by WICR, your at their mercy...check with Mer-Kote and see what might be done...bring or send a copy of your warranty to them.

Don't forget, Central Coast Waterproofing is a listed applicator of Mer-Kote and can back your warranty with factory approved service and materials. Call Bill Leys at 805-801-2380.

Listed applicators for Mer-Kote can be found at Mer-Kote's website.

Waterproofing Materials Distributor SMALLEY and CO Seeks Outside Sales Rep In San Diego Area

Passing It On, from Smalley's Website is this job listing...

Outside Sales Representatives
Established construction materials distributor with ten branches seeks qualified Outside Sales Representatives for its Fullerton and San Diego locations.
Work Experience - Extensive construction industry experience, at least 5 years of outside sales experience, proven track record for growing sales, familiar with construction specification process and how to use it to generate sales.

Attributes – Confident, competitive, strong presentation and organization skills.

Starting salary to be determined based on experience and qualifications. Also eligible for great benefits package including health and dental coverage, 401(k), ESOP, car allowance and bonus.

If you are interested, please contact Peter Leftwich at (p.leftwich@smalleyandcompany.com) or Joe Coy at (joe.coy@smalleyandcompany.com).

DeckExpert.com Updated Today With New HALL OF SHAME Pics and new videos in our video gallery!

Yes, I just put up some new videos on the Titan Post Anchor, Blastrac shotblasting/grinding machines and welding vinyl deck seams...

and at our Hall of Shame gallery, check out the new pics from a job in Ventura where some idiot sat dish installer installed a dish over our newly installed decking...

*%!*ing Idiot! See what he did at Deckexpert.com today!

Central Coast Waterproofing Has A New Phone Number! It's DeckGuard Services old one...

805-545-8300 is our new phone number as of today!

Central Coast Waterproofing - Setting the Bar in Waterproofing Technology!

This number used to belong to a company I used to work for some years ago, so when I saw they dropped this line, I was able to get it for us...I think we'll be hearing from some old customers soon!

University of Wisconisin-Madison Offers Below Grade and Plaza Deck Waterproofing and Moisture Control Course In March 2010

If your a sadist and want to experience mind numbing cold, head to Wisconsin on March 3rd to attend the University's 2 day course on waterproofing.

See the curriculum below

Below-Grade and Plaza Deck Waterproofing and Moisture Control
Course #L424
March 3-4, 2010
Pyle Center*, 702 Langdon Street, Madison, Wisconsin
Course Fee: $995 Discounts Are Available Enroll Now
Benefits

At this practical course you will

* Learn immediately applicable waterproofing and moisture control techniques
* Study materials and systems for effective dampproofing and waterproofing
* Consider important soils information in waterproofing
* Hear about approaches for both new construction and existing projects
* Gain insights from nationally recognized experts
* Get answers to your specific below grade and on grade water entry and moisture problems

Topics

* What You Need to Know About Soils to Effectively Waterproof Below-Grade Construction
* Understanding Water/Moisture and Air Movement in Buildings–Below-Grade Construction
* Principles of Dampproofing and Waterproofing for Residential, Commercial and Institutional Facilities
* Key Considerations in Selecting Waterproofing and Moisture Control Systems for Below-Grade Residential, Commercial and Institutional Projects
* How to Install Waterproofing and Moisture Control Systems: Techniques in the Field for Below-Grade Walls and On-Ground Construction
* Waterproofing Decks
* Latest Developments in Green Roof Technology – Reasons for Use and Performance Issues
* Water Cut-off Methods and Soil Stabilization Techniques Using Chemical Materials
* Waterproofing and Dampproofing Maintenance, Repair, and Restoration Techniques – Ensuring Continuity of Waterproofing Effectiveness

Audience

* Architects
* Engineers
* Contractors
* Consultants
* Owners

Earn PDH, LU, CEU

By participating in this course, you will earn 12 Professional Development Hours (PDH), 12 AIA Learning Units (LU) and 1.2 Continuing Education Units (CEU). Learn more about PDH, LU, CEU and state licensing boards.
General Information
Fee Covers Notebook and other course materials, break refreshments, lunches and certificate.

Cancellation Policy No-Penalty Cancellation To cancel your enrollment, you must notify us promptly. Please consider re-enrolling in a future course. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.

Accommodations We have reserved a block of sleeping rooms ($112/single; $127/double, including parking and Madison Taxi's silver cab from the airport) for course participants at the Campus Inn, 601 Langdon Street, Madison, WI. To reserve a room, call 800-589-6285 or 608-257-4391 and indicate that you will be attending this course under group code 95867. Room requests made later than February 6 will be subject to availability.

We have reserved a second block of sleeping rooms ($106/single; $116/double, including airport shuttle, pool and exercise room) for course participants at the Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club, One West Dayton Street, Madison, WI. To reserve a room, call 800-356-8293 or 608-257-6000 and indicate that you will be attending this course under group code 65705. Room requests made later than February 9 will be subject to availability.

Course Location This course will be held at Pyle Center, 702 Langdon Street, Madison, WI. 608-262-1122

Course Discount Receive $100 off each enrollment fee for you and co-worker when you enroll together. You can also receive an additional $200 discount if you enroll in more than one course (Total discount for team members $400). See enrollment form for details.

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Mer-Kote To Consolidate Operations, Wil Be Closing Torrance Facility

So I was speaking with one of my amigo's at Mer-Kote; they are preparing to close down their operation in Torrance and move everything to Anaheim in a few weeks time.

The facility at the Torrance location is leased and the lease is running out. In this economy, costs gotta get slashed...