Proper application of painting products, whether interior or exterior, is vital to achieve the architectural esthetic value and system performance requirements. Selecting the proper product for the finish surface will ensure the longevity of your painting system. When choosing a coating system, it is crucial to consider important factors such as UV exposure, water, wind driven rain, and proximity to the coastline.

Waterproofing is a specialty trade that is constantly changing due to changes in building methods, materials, and product innovations.  Barrier Solutions experienced staff has specific industry leading installation techniques for cold fluid applied, hot rubberized asphalt, bentonite, sheet goods, moisture barriers, and cementitious waterproofing. Barrier Solutions extensive experience at stopping water intrusion enables us to provide a range of waterproofing systems that satisfy performance objectives and budget.

The job of a vapor barrier is to prevent vapor diffusion, and the job of an air barrier is to stop air leakage through differences in air pressure. A wall system should have one vapor barrier, but can have many air barriers. A vapor barrier can act as a very effective air barrier, but an air barrier does not (and should not) always stop vapor from diffusing.

Joint Sealants are a vital part in the battle against water intrusion into your building. We specialize in performing the proper preparation, installation and maintenance of your joint sealant system.  We team up with general contracting, design, and manufacture firms to help select the proper joint sealants for your specific need.   

Firestopping is a critical component when maintaining the integrity of your fire and smoke rated building systems.  The safety of the building’s occupants and the structural integrity of the building rely on the proper installation of firestop materials.

BSI offers programs for preserving the integrity of your facility’s fire walls while retaining ongoing compliance with life safety codes.  We find and address your fire wall penetrations on a regular basis. You’ll never have to worry about being cited during inspections or of not being protected in case of a fire.

Our certified technicians will provide you with a professional firestop service using the correct UL systems as required by the International Building Code (IBC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101. Furthermore, Barrier Solutions technicians receive ongoing training and are certified by multiple manufacturers. In addition, they are able to identify and solve problems that might have been overlooked by others in previous visits.

The IBC states that “joints installed in or between fire-resistant rated wall assemblies, floor or floor/ceiling assemblies and roofs or roof/ceiling assemblies shall be protected by an approved fire-resistant joint system designed to resist the passage of fire for a time period no less that the required fire-resistance rating of the wall, floor or roof in or between which it is installed.”

Barrier Solutions will keep your facility up to code, assuring you that a fire will not spread.

In addition to performing services as inspections are due, Barrier Solutions helps you to establish a firestop Barrier Maintenance Plan that will service and maintain all code compliances for your facility.

• Identify certain zones, floors, or buildings and address firestopping needs on a yearly basis
• Create and maintain an above-ceiling access permit program
• Tracking through a cloud based system for all new and existing applications

Our BSI team will assure you that your fire walls are properly sealed using the appropriate UL systems and materials.  You will receive detailed reports for the specified firestopping service performed, including detailed digital documentation and a certificate of compliance insuring completion.  These detailed reports aid code officials and life safety inspectors.  These reports also reassure those inhabiting the facility that they are safe from the dangers of fire.