El Paso County building maintenance technicians demonstrated exterior window repair work on a judicial building constructed in 1967, saying the work will keep water out and extend the envelope’s lifespan. Robert, a building maintenance technician, said crews remove failed caulk, apply new sealant and expect to add “another 20 or 30 year lifespan, hopefully” to the windows and exterior envelope.

On a high-elevation lift, technicians pointed to a visible hole in an old window sill that allowed water to penetrate behind aluminum and masonry components. Robert said that water intrusion can enter “behind the masonry,” noting that removing old material and resealing prevents further damage.

The crew described the work as routine preservation that protects public buildings and reduces long-term costs. Mike, the tour presenter, framed the work in taxpayer terms: Robert said the project “is saving a ton of money” and “we're protecting the investment of the people.”

Technicians stressed safety procedures for working at height, using harnesses and an aerial lift. The demonstration was descriptive and operational; no new funding request or formal county policy change was presented during the visit.