Not every project that calls for industrial-grade craftsmanship happens in a factory or commercial high-rise. Over the years, LISCO Transformations has brought that same level of precision and durability to a select number of residential services projects, work that ranges from structural reinforcement to decorative finishing, often arriving at exactly the right moment to prevent a small issue from becoming a costly one. One home in particular has relied on our team across multiple projects over the past two decades. From structural steel repairs to a full cedar siding restoration, LISCO Transformations has played a role in preserving this architectural landmark, perched proudly above the Kalamazoo River.

Twenty years earlier, a rubber waterproofing membrane had been applied directly over the home’s concrete deck. While effective at the time, the material had begun to break down, allowing water to seep beneath the surface and threaten the structural integrity of the deck below. The homeowners turned to LISCO Transformations to remove the failing membrane, assess the condition of the concrete underneath, and repair any cracking before introducing a longer-term solution: a decorative quartz membrane system engineered specifically to withstand Michigan’s extreme seasonal temperature swings.

Once the original rubber membrane was removed, our team discovered that moisture had been trapped beneath it for years. The concrete simply hadn’t had a chance to breathe. Before any new material could be applied, the surface was left to air-dry fully, allowing internal moisture levels to drop to a safe range. Only then did we proceed with the transformation: a custom blend of decorative granules and rubberized resin, applied to create a finish that’s as resilient as it is visually striking.

The result exceeded the homeowners’ expectations, a deck that not only looks remarkable but continues to perform flawlessly season after season. It’s projects like this one that reflect what LISCO Transformations is all about: bringing industrial-level expertise to residential services, one carefully restored home at a time.