Commercial-sized Victoria seniors residence rooftop terrace gets a makeover
The Wellesley, a seniors residence in Victoria, British Columbia, managed by Pacific Reach Properties, needed new outdoor flooring for their sixth-floor rooftop terrace. Time and weather had taken a toll on the old cement pavers, so they called BC’s outdoor flooring installation specialists to help them transform the space.
The project
This commercial-sized project required over 5,000 square feet of new flooring, so the quality of materials and professional installation were critical. Working with multiple stakeholders, including an architect and the management company, the BC Outdoor Flooring team provided expert guidance, samples, and pricing for the project.
Quality materials
Structural porcelain pedestal pavers were strategically chosen for the terrace project as porcelain pavers are thinner, lighter, and stronger than traditional cement pavers, reducing the roof’s overall load. Porcelain deck tiles are uniquely engineered to withstand the heavy use that this rooftop terrace would need to support: pergolas, patio furniture, garden boxes and planters, and the residents themselves. The pedestals were used to raise the pavers off the roof surface, allowing for proper drainage, recessed electrical and plumbing, and allow the levelling or sloping of the pavers as needed.
Fully equipped
Once the contract plans were finalized, the project timeline was established for completion in the winter of 2020. The team then prepared to transport their equipment and supplies from their Vancouver base to the Victoria location.
Onsite, the team implemented a crane to hoist tools and the chosen structural pedestal pavers: 24” x 48” / 60cm x 120cm tiles from del Conca in Timeline Grey, up onto the rooftop. As installation specialists, BC Outdoor Flooring is a fully equipped company with everything needed to meet every job requirement. Being a full-service company saves on project costs and possible delays coordinating with outside companies, protects access areas from undue damage, and protects the clients from unnecessary nuisance.
Challenges
The project was not without its challenges. A winter storm blew off a railing and interrupted work just after start-up, temporarily delaying progress due to safety policies. The existing wheelchair access ramp needed special fitting to connect the two levels seamlessly.
Throughout the project and its challenges, the BC Outdoor Flooring team maintained their standard of attention to detail and worked diligently to collaborate with the residence management, the property management firm, and roofing repair crews to complete the contract to everyone’s satisfaction.
Professional services
For the most successful installation of outdoor flooring on a deck, patio or rooftop terrace project of any size, choose a specialist with a proven track record. BC Outdoor Flooring offers you the highest level of experience and professional services in the industry. Fully equipped, able to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and solve any challenges along the way, we have your project covered from beginning to end.
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