COMMERCIAL
WATERPROOFING
IN ALLEN, TX.
Allen's first generation of Class A office parks — the buildings that built the Watters Creek corridor — are now 20-30 years old, and a $100M+ tower (One Bethany North) is raising the bar for what tenants expect. EIFS cladding, curtain wall sealants, and concrete spandrel panels from that era don't fail gradually — they fail the first time a major storm finds a compromised joint.
What Commercial Waterproofing Includes
Comprehensive moisture protection for commercial facilities — from elastomeric coatings to full membrane systems.
Elastomeric Coating Systems
Spray-applied or roll-applied flexible coatings that bridge hairline cracks and expand with temperature changes. Critical for Allen's Class A office buildings where EIFS panel systems and precast concrete facades develop micro-cracks at joints long before visible staining appears.
We apply coatings rated for multi-story substrates across the Watters Creek and One Bethany corridors — with proper surface profiling to ensure adhesion that lasts 10-15 years between recoats.
Membrane Waterproofing
Self-adhering and torch-applied sheet membranes for below-grade walls, plaza decks, and parking structures. Essential for Allen's large mixed-use developments like the 53-acre Watters Creek campus where subsurface parking and pedestrian plazas are exposed to hydrostatic pressure.
Collin County's Blackland Prairie clay soils — covering over 60% of the land area — expand when wet and exert lateral pressure on foundation walls, a leading driver of below-grade water infiltration in Allen's commercial buildings.
Sealant & Joint Replacement
Expansion joints, curtain wall perimeter sealants, and window frame interfaces are the first to fail on Allen's 2000s-era office buildings. We remove deteriorated caulking, prepare substrates, and install commercial-grade silicone, polyurethane, or polysulfide sealants matched to each building's movement characteristics.
On multi-story corporate campuses in Allen, we use our 56' and 72' boom trucks for efficient access without scaffolding — keeping building operations uninterrupted for tenants like Experian and NETSCOUT Systems.
Penetrating Masonry Sealers
For the masonry retail buildings in the Allen Premium Outlets area and Watters Creek's mixed-use retail — seen by 7+ million annual visitors — penetrating sealers absorb into the substrate without changing appearance. They repel water while allowing the masonry to breathe, preventing the trapped-moisture deterioration that film-forming coatings can cause.
We evaluate substrate porosity, mortar condition, and previous treatment history before recommending a sealer system appropriate for high-visibility retail facades.
Industries We Serve in Allen
Why Allen Buildings Need Waterproofing Now
Allen's commercial core was built in a concentrated window: the mid-1990s through early 2010s suburban office boom that produced the Watters Creek corridor, One Bethany East and West (475,000 sq ft total), and the Allen Premium Outlets. That building stock is now 15-30 years old — squarely in the maintenance inflection range for EIFS cladding systems, original curtain wall sealants, and cast-in-place concrete facades.
The stakes are rising. One Bethany North — a nine-story 225,000-sq-ft tower with an estimated project cost over $100 million — is under development at 701 S. Watters Road. When new Class A inventory arrives, older buildings without current envelope maintenance lose tenants who have better options within five miles. Waterproofing is no longer a deferred item; it's a tenant-retention decision.
The May 19, 2023 Collin County hailstorm delivered a sharp reminder: Insurance Council of Texas estimated $300-$400 million in damage across the county. Buildings with compromised sealants absorbed far more water damage than those with current envelope maintenance.
Insurance Council of Texas estimate for the May 19, 2023 Collin County hailstorm — the most costly single event in recent county history
Class A office space completed 2018-2020 — now entering the first major sealant maintenance cycle as new competition arrives
Collin County's Blackland Prairie clay zone covers over 60% of land area — causing $2B+ in annual foundation and facade stress across the Dallas metro
Why Choose Griffin Restoration
Commercial exterior restoration since 2000
Licensed in TX, OK, AR, and LA
56' and 72' — self-performing capability
Full coverage for commercial projects
Commercial Waterproofing FAQ
What is commercial waterproofing and why does my building need it?
Commercial waterproofing protects your building envelope from moisture infiltration that causes structural deterioration, mold growth, and tenant complaints. In Allen, where the first wave of corporate office parks and retail centers are now 20-30 years old, aging EIFS cladding, original caulk, and concrete spandrel panels are the most common entry points for water. Buildings along the Watters Creek corridor and One Bethany campus are entering the maintenance inflection where unaddressed moisture leads to costly interior damage and tenant retention risk.
What are the signs that a commercial building needs waterproofing?
Look for water stains on interior walls or ceilings, efflorescence (white mineral deposits) on exterior masonry, bubbling or peeling EIFS or paint on exterior surfaces, visible cracks at spandrel joints or curtain wall perimeter sealants, and musty odors in lower levels. In Allen's Collin County, the Blackland Prairie clay zone causes $2+ billion in annual foundation damage across the Dallas metro — cumulative clay cycling stresses curtain wall anchors and facade cladding on 2000s-era office buildings, accelerating sealant failure well before visual signs appear.
How is commercial waterproofing different from residential?
Commercial waterproofing addresses larger surface areas, multiple substrate types (concrete, CMU, brick, curtain wall, EIFS, metal panel), and stricter code requirements. Class A office properties like those at One Bethany also require phased application to keep tenants operational — an occupied 475,000-sq-ft campus cannot be taken offline. We use industrial-grade elastomeric coatings and membrane systems rated for multi-story structures, not the consumer-grade sealers used on residential foundations.
What types of waterproofing systems are used on commercial buildings?
The three primary systems are elastomeric coatings (spray- or roll-applied flexible membranes), sheet membrane systems (self-adhering or torch-applied), and penetrating sealers for masonry substrates. For Allen's 2000s-era office and retail buildings, which commonly use EIFS cladding and cast-in-place concrete, we typically combine elastomeric coatings with full sealant replacement at all expansion joints, window perimeters, and panel transitions. Older Watters Creek retail masonry benefits from penetrating sealers that maintain appearance while blocking moisture.
How often should commercial waterproofing be inspected?
We recommend annual visual inspections and a professional assessment every 3-5 years. After significant weather events — the May 19, 2023 Collin County hailstorm caused an estimated $300-$400 million in damage (Insurance Council of Texas) — inspect immediately. For Class A office properties competing against new construction like One Bethany North, catching a failed sealant joint early costs a fraction of the envelope repair needed after water infiltration damages interior finishes.
Related Services
Commercial waterproofing often works alongside these complementary services.
Caulking & Sealant Replacement
Failed sealant joints are the #1 cause of water infiltration in commercial buildings. Often combined with waterproofing for complete envelope protection.
Learn more about our sealant services →Exterior Building Repair
Waterproofing after concrete or masonry repair ensures the restored substrate stays protected. We coordinate both services to avoid redundant mobilization.
See our exterior repair capabilities →Parking Garage Repair
Traffic-bearing waterproofing membranes are essential for parking structures. Our team handles structural repair and waterproofing as a single scope of work.
Explore parking garage services →Protect Your Allen Property
Whether you manage a Class A office building along Watters Creek, a retail center at Allen Premium Outlets, or an Allen ISD campus facility — we'll assess your waterproofing needs and provide a detailed scope of work.