{"id":256,"date":"2025-08-13T08:33:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T08:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/?page_id=256"},"modified":"2025-08-14T07:35:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T07:35:57","slug":"balcony-waterproofing-regulations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/en\/balcony-waterproofing-regulations\/","title":{"rendered":"Balcony Waterproofing &amp; EMTC Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"256\" class=\"elementor elementor-256\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42180e70 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"42180e70\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7433c43 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7433c43\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Balcony Waterproofing &amp; EMTC Requirements<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-457a93f8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"457a93f8\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bba5095 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7bba5095\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33439cbd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"33439cbd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2082\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-264\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal.png 2082w, https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal-300x148.png 300w, https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal-1024x504.png 1024w, https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal-768x378.png 768w, https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal-1536x755.png 1536w, https:\/\/balconsmontreal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Reparation-de-Balcons-en-Beton-et-Membranes-Etanches-a-Montreal-2048x1007.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2082px) 100vw, 2082px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10fd32e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"10fd32e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Waterproofing \u2013 The New 2025 EMTC Standard\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76b41382 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76b41382\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"602\">On <strong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"287\">July 9, 2025<\/strong>, the province of Quebec introduced a <strong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"362\">new construction code requirement<\/strong> for balconies built with <strong data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"434\">Encapsulated Mass Timber Components (EMTC)<\/strong>. This update was part of a broader safety and durability initiative aimed at extending the lifespan of exterior structures and preventing costly, preventable damage.<\/p><p data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"789\"><strong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"617\">The Rule:<\/strong> All EMTC balconies must now be covered with a <strong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"697\">certified waterproof membrane<\/strong> that meets provincial and manufacturer performance standards. This regulation applies to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"984\"><li data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"825\"><p data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"825\"><strong data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"807\">Newly built<\/strong> EMTC balconies.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"906\"><p data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"906\"><strong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"855\">Existing EMTC balconies<\/strong> are undergoing major repairs or surface replacement.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"984\"><p data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"984\">Balconies where any structural components are exposed during renovations.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fac296e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1fac296e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is EMTC?\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2618b68d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2618b68d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1486\">Encapsulated Mass Timber Components are engineered wood structures (like cross-laminated timber or glulam beams) that are encased in a protective coating or layer to resist environmental exposure. While EMTC offers <strong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1299\">strength, sustainability, and lightweight construction advantages<\/strong>, its performance depends heavily on keeping moisture out. Without proper protection, wood-based components can absorb water, leading to <strong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1483\">rot, mold, swelling, and structural failure<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f583b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3f583b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Purpose of the New Waterproofing Standard\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85570f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"85570f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1664\">Quebec\u2019s climate is one of the most challenging in North America for exterior structures. The new standard addresses:<\/p><ol data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"2369\"><li data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1892\"><p data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1704\"><strong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1702\">Water Infiltration Prevention<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1892\"><li data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1806\"><p data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1806\">Moisture penetration is the leading cause of structural degradation in timber-based balconies.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1892\"><p data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1892\">Once water enters, freeze\u2013thaw cycles can expand cracks and accelerate damage.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2083\"><p data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1936\"><strong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1934\">Structural Integrity Preservation<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2083\"><li data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2083\"><p data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2083\">EMTC relies on adhesive bonds and laminated layers. Prolonged moisture exposure weakens these bonds, compromising load capacity and safety.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2228\"><p data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2111\"><strong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2109\">Extended Lifespan<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2228\"><li data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2228\"><p data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2228\">With a properly installed waterproof membrane, the service life of EMTC balconies can be extended by decades.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2369\"><p data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2263\"><strong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2261\">Cost Reduction Over Time<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2369\"><li data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2369\"><p data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2369\">Waterproofing is far less expensive than replacing compromised beams or entire balcony structures.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-68d554f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"68d554f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Certified Waterproof Membranes \u2013 What\u2019s Required\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be3eddc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"be3eddc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2477\">The regulation calls for membranes that:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2832\"><li data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2552\"><p data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2552\"><strong data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2516\">Meet manufacturer specifications<\/strong> for exterior horizontal surfaces.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2620\"><p data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2620\"><strong data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2584\">Resist freeze\u2013thaw cycles<\/strong> without cracking or delaminating.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2680\"><p data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2680\">Are <strong data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2640\">UV-stable<\/strong> to prevent degradation from sunlight.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2755\"><p data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2755\">Provide <strong data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2714\">chemical resistance<\/strong> against de-icing salts and pollutants.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2832\"><p data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2832\">Have a <strong data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2796\">minimum proven service life<\/strong> under similar climate conditions.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d97d27a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d97d27a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Recommended Waterproofing Solutions (Beton.ca Standards)\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0092fca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0092fca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"3062\"><p data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"3062\"><strong data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2929\">PU 400 by MAPEI<\/strong> \u2013 Flexible, parking-grade polyurethane membrane designed for heavy exposure, including moisture, freeze\u2013thaw cycles, and abrasion.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3177\"><p data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3177\"><strong data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3097\">Multi-layer membrane systems<\/strong> \u2013 Primer, reinforcing fabric, base coat, and top coat for maximum durability.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3274\"><p data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3274\"><strong data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3206\">Reactive epoxy primers<\/strong> \u2013 Improve adhesion between the EMTC surface and membrane coating.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e6dfcae elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e6dfcae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Installation Best Practices\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-72567c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"72567c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3404\">To meet the 2025 standard, professional installation must follow strict procedures:<\/p><ol data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"4086\"><li data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3537\"><p data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3537\"><strong data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3431\">Surface Preparation<\/strong> \u2013 Diamond grinding, scarification, or shot blasting to achieve the correct surface profile (CSP3\u2013CSP5).<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3538\" data-end=\"3658\"><p data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3658\"><strong data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3561\">Moisture Testing<\/strong> \u2013 Ensure substrate is within manufacturer\u2019s allowable moisture range before applying membrane.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3732\"><p data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3732\"><strong data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3684\">Primer Application<\/strong> \u2013 Use compatible primers for optimal bonding.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3836\"><p data-start=\"3736\" data-end=\"3836\"><strong data-start=\"3736\" data-end=\"3757\">Membrane Layering<\/strong> \u2013 Apply multiple coats to achieve required thickness and performance rating.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3837\" data-end=\"3946\"><p data-start=\"3840\" data-end=\"3946\"><strong data-start=\"3840\" data-end=\"3855\">Detail Work<\/strong> \u2013 Special attention to edges, railing posts, drains, and seams to eliminate leak points.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"4086\"><p data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"4086\"><strong data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"3973\">Curing &amp; Inspection<\/strong> \u2013 Allow adequate curing time, then conduct adhesion and thickness testing before returning balcony to service.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99ade14 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"99ade14\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Consequences of Skipping Waterproofing\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1708b02 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1708b02\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4181\">Ignoring this regulation can lead to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4433\"><li data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4236\"><p data-start=\"4184\" data-end=\"4236\">Accelerated <strong data-start=\"4196\" data-end=\"4218\">structural failure<\/strong> of the balcony.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4294\"><p data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4294\"><strong data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4266\">Insurance claim denials<\/strong> for water-related damage.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4358\"><p data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4358\"><strong data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4321\">Non-compliance fines<\/strong> from municipal or RBQ inspections.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4359\" data-end=\"4433\"><p data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4433\">Costly emergency repairs and liability risks if failure causes injury.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-420e937 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"420e937\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15af9c7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"15af9c7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong data-start=\"4440\" data-end=\"4471\">Tip for Property Owners:<\/strong> Even if your balcony is <strong data-start=\"4496\" data-end=\"4508\">not EMTC<\/strong>, applying a certified waterproof membrane is one of the best long-term investments you can make in its durability and safety.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57040089 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"57040089\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b75f534 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1b75f534\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ec214f2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4ec214f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Compliant Waterproofing Solutions:\n\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23634173 elementor-view-stacked elementor-position-left elementor-mobile-position-left elementor-shape-circle elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"23634173\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"lnr lnr-user\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPU 400 Membrane\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMAPEI: Flexible, weather-resistant, and long-lasting.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65ca8e9 elementor-view-stacked elementor-position-left elementor-mobile-position-left elementor-shape-circle elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"65ca8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"lnr lnr-layers\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMulti-layer membrane systems\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWith primer or epoxy for superior adhesion.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19e1b333 elementor-view-stacked elementor-position-left elementor-mobile-position-left elementor-shape-circle elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"19e1b333\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"lnr lnr-calendar-full\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDrainage slope adjustments to prevent pooling water.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49b1c888 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"49b1c888\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-773bb677 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"773bb677\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Is Your Balcony 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