Waterproofing
Water is hard on any finish. Waterproofing is offered so the work you invest in lasts, and Ebenezer will explain what your surfaces need and why.
What’s included
- Waterproofing of surfaces as agreed at the estimate
- Preparation of the surface before application
- Coordination with painting and repair when they belong in the same project
How it goes
Find where water gets in
Ebenezer looks at the areas of concern and explains what he sees.
Plan the work
You hear the steps before anything begins.
Prepare and apply
The surface is prepared and the waterproofing is applied with care.
Clear boundaries
The estimate covers the areas we agreed on. If more turns up once the work starts, Ebenezer will explain the steps and how it changes the job before he continues.
What changes the price of waterproofing
Ebenezer prices by the hours a job takes and how difficult the preparation is, which is why he looks at your project before quoting. These are the things that move it most. The estimate itself is free.
- How much surface there is. Square footage is the starting point — how many rooms, how many walls, how much trim.
- How much preparation it needs. This is the big one. Two homes that look alike can need very different amounts of washing, patching and sanding before a finish will hold.
- How many coats. A big colour change, or a bare or patched surface, needs more coats than freshening up a wall in its own colour.
- Height and access. Second storeys, stairwells and anything that needs ladders or scaffolding take longer and need more equipment.
- What else is included. Repairs, staining, waterproofing or cabinets alongside the painting all change the shape of the job.
Common questions
How long does waterproofing take?
It depends on the area and what the surface needs first. Ebenezer looks at where the water is getting in, explains the steps, and gives you the timeline at the free estimate.
Can waterproofing be done with an exterior paint job?
Yes, and it is often best planned together — the preparation overlaps, so doing both at once saves a second round of masking and scheduling. Absolutely, it’s possible; ask at the estimate.
What do you use for waterproofing?
Materials suited to the surface being protected, applied after preparation. Waterproofing is written into the C-33 Painting and Decorating licence Ebenezer holds.
Do you guarantee waterproofing?
Yes. If something is not right, Ebenezer comes back and repairs it. He manages every project personally, so the person who did the work is the person who returns. Coming back to make it right? We never have a problem with that.
Are you licensed for waterproofing in California?
Yes. Lemoons Painting holds California contractor licence 1120008, classification C-33, Painting and Decorating, held since 2024. You can look the number up yourself on the CSLB website. Ebenezer also holds OSHA 30, OSHA 10, scaffold and CPR-AED certifications.
Ready to talk about waterproofing?
The estimate is free. Ebenezer will look at the job, listen to what you want, and explain the steps.