In South Florida's climate, waterproofing isn't optional — it's maintenance. Humidity, storm season, salt air, and intense UV require proper elastomeric coatings and crack sealing to keep moisture out of your walls and structure.
South Florida's combination of annual storm seasons, year-round humidity, salt air from the coast, and intense UV radiation creates one of the most demanding environments for exterior surfaces in the country. Without proper waterproofing — elastomeric coatings, thorough crack sealing, and properly caulked perimeters — moisture finds its way into stucco, behind walls, and into the structural components of buildings over time.
Jacobs & Gallucci has been waterproofing exterior surfaces alongside our painting work across Palm Beach County for over 25 years. Waterproofing preparation is part of every exterior project we do — but we also offer it as a standalone service for properties that need targeted crack sealing, re-caulking, or full elastomeric recoating between paint cycles.
We use premium elastomeric coatings specifically engineered for Florida's climate — products with the flexibility to bridge hairline cracks as they develop with thermal movement, UV resistance to maintain their protective film for years, and the coverage to create a true moisture barrier on stucco and masonry surfaces.
Wind-driven rain during tropical storms and hurricanes exploits every unsealed crack, failed caulk line, and inadequately coated surface. Proper waterproofing before storm season is the most cost-effective defense against moisture damage.
Properties throughout Palm Beach County — particularly within several miles of the Intracoastal or coast — face salt air that accelerates coating deterioration, works into hairline cracks, and causes paint films to fail earlier than they would inland.
South Florida's thermal movement — hot days, cool nights, seasonal temperature swings — causes stucco to expand and contract, developing hairline cracks over time. Elastomeric coatings bridge these cracks and prevent them from becoming moisture entry points.
Year-round high humidity means any moisture that penetrates exterior surfaces finds ideal conditions for mold growth behind walls. Proper waterproofing prevents the intrusion that leads to mold remediation costs.
Much of Palm Beach County's residential inventory was built in the 1970s-90s. Decades of thermal cycling, storm exposure, and UV radiation have thinned original paint films and opened cracks. Elastomeric recoating restores full moisture protection.
The cost of proper waterproofing is a fraction of the cost of moisture damage remediation — replacing water-damaged drywall, treating mold, repairing structural components. Staying ahead of waterproofing maintenance is the most cost-effective property maintenance decision a South Florida owner can make.
We assess stucco condition, all crack locations, failed caulking, window and door perimeters, and any active moisture intrusion points.
All identified cracks are cleaned out and filled with elastomeric caulk or patching compound appropriate to the substrate.
Full power wash and mildew treatment. Surfaces are primed where needed for maximum elastomeric coating adhesion.
All window frames, door perimeters, utility penetrations, architectural transitions, and roofline edges are sealed.
Premium two-coat elastomeric waterproof coating applied for full coverage and proper film thickness throughout.
Complete exterior walkthrough confirming full coverage, proper sealing at all penetrations, and no missed areas.
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Learn More →Marc identified several problem areas our previous contractor had missed entirely. The waterproofing work was thorough and two storm seasons later there has been zero moisture intrusion. Outstanding work.
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Request a Free EstimateElastomeric coatings are thick, flexible waterproof membranes designed for stucco and masonry. Unlike standard exterior paint, they can stretch and bridge hairline cracks as surfaces expand and contract with South Florida's temperature swings. They provide dramatically better moisture protection than standard paint — essential in a climate with storm season, salt air, and year-round humidity.
With premium elastomeric products applied correctly, effective waterproof protection typically lasts 7-10 years. Homes closer to the coast or with significant sun exposure may need attention sooner. We'll assess your specific property and give you an honest recommendation during your free estimate.
Yes. We offer standalone waterproofing services — targeted crack sealing, perimeter re-caulking, and elastomeric recoating — for properties that need moisture protection work between paint cycles. However, the most efficient and complete approach is to combine waterproofing preparation with a full exterior repaint.
Yes. We waterproof commercial buildings, office properties, retail centers, and multi-unit residential buildings throughout Palm Beach County. Commercial waterproofing often includes parapet wall sealing, flat roof edge treatment, and large-area elastomeric coating. We work around your business schedule.
Standard exterior paint provides color and some weather resistance but is not designed to bridge cracks or create a true moisture barrier. Elastomeric waterproof coatings are thick, flexible membranes that stretch across hairline cracks and provide significantly stronger protection against moisture intrusion. For South Florida properties especially, elastomeric coatings are a substantially better investment than standard paint.
Jacobs & Gallucci has been serving Palm Beach County homeowners and businesses since 1999. Marc and Joe personally oversee every project. When you call, you are talking to someone who will stand behind the work.