Efficient Flashing Restoration at Porter County 911 Call Center

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Products Used:

TotalFlash

TotalFlash®

It’s Much More Than Just Flashing –
Cuts flashing system installation time. Helps keep veneer walls dry. Specified in over 1,500 projects. Over 1 million feet of TotalFlash sold.

BTL-1 Butyl Sealant

BTL-1™ Butyl Sealant

BTL-1 is a synthetic rubber sealant that is ideal for most construction applications. It produces high-performance joints with both high strength and elasticity.

When RestoreWorks Masonry Restoration was brought in to address recurring window leaks at Porter County’s 911 Call Center and Probation Office, they quickly identified the culprit: deteriorating EIFS copings allowing water intrusion. With damage already affecting the interior, a reliable, long-term flashing solution was critical.

RestoreWorks turned to a trusted product they’d used before at the NuFarm’s Chicago Heights Facility —TotalFlash® from Keene Building Products.

“They had almost a dozen 5’ lintels prepped and flashed in a day. I think we’re saving at least a third, maybe closer to half of our time on flashing. The whole system is really phenomenal.”

– Christian Kundel, RestoreWorks.

TotalFlash’s pre-assembled panel design streamlined the process. Crews were able to install the complete flashing system—including the membrane, drainage mat, weep tabs, drip edge, and termination bar—with minimal learning curve and maximum efficiency. For a restoration job with repetitive lintel openings, this time-saving system made all the difference.

Beyond saving labor, RestoreWorks appreciated the simplicity of the ordering process, calling it a “one-paper” solution that reduced administrative burden and jobsite complexity.

Keene Building Products’ technical support also played a key role in the project’s success. From early product samples to on-call assistance and lunch-and-learn meetings, Keene’s Steven Fechino made sure the RestoreWorks team had what they needed before, during, and after installation.

Why RestoreWorks Chose TotalFlash®

  • Speed & Simplicity: Crews were flashing lintels faster and more confidently than ever before
  • One-Part System: Factory-assembled panels reduce jobsite clutter and labor steps
  • Straightforward Submittals: One form, one order, no hassle
  • Field-Tested Support: Keene’s team delivered trusted guidance every step of the way

Ready to cut your flashing install time in half?

Contact a Keene Building Products representative to learn more about how TotalFlash can simplify your next cavity wall or restoration project.