RainForces completed a major exterior restoration project at a high-rise residential building located at 15 Gale Crescent in St. Catharines, Ontario.

The project involved the installation of a new EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) façade and replacement of balcony railings, transforming the building’s appearance while significantly improving thermal performance and weather protection.

Through a multi-stage restoration process, the RainForces team modernized the building envelope and extended the structure’s long-term durability.

Original building
Vapor barrier application
Expansion Joints and Terminations installed
Insulation and Basecoat being installed
Finish Coat application
Balcony Railings removed
New Balcony Railings
Final EIFS Façade and New Railings

New EIFS Cladding and Balcony Railings Replacement

Project Overview

RainForces successfully completed a comprehensive exterior restoration and façade modernization project at a multi-residential high-rise located at 15 Gale Crescent in St. Catharines.

The project focused on upgrading the building envelope, improving long-term durability, enhancing energy performance, and modernizing the visual appearance of the property through installation of a new EIFS cladding system and replacement balcony railings.

This transformation significantly extended the building’s service life while improving resident safety and exterior performance.

Project Objectives

  • Restore aging building façade

  • Improve thermal efficiency and moisture protection

  • Upgrade outdated exterior finishes

  • Replace deteriorated balcony railings

  • Deliver modern architectural appearance

  • Ensure long-term structural protection

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Client
15 Gale Cres, St Catharines
Release Date
2024