Investigating the Building Envelope
With February behind us, the freeze-thaw cycle preceding spring is in full effect for certain parts of the country.?
The exterior of buildings will be under more elemental duress than any other time of the year. Contracting ice and expanding slush can turn small annoyances into large problems.?While issues—such as drafts or moisture penetration—may be recognizable, the deeper causes may require investigation and expert opinion on remedy.?
White Paper
In our newest white paper, we delve into the causes behind building envelope issues, the investigation process and how problems are solved. The integrity of a building’s envelope, roof and exterior walls, is vital to its efficiency and performance.
While some building envelope issues can be identified and addressed by an on-site repair or maintenance team/program, other more complicated and prolonged problems will require more advanced expertise and professional building forensic services. The Technical Assurance team has the knowledge and experience to provide a thorough investigation of the issue.
While the White Paper dives into the nuts and bolts behind forensic investigation, we've outlined a snapshot of 5 areas to be aware of when it comes to your building envelopes. These are the kinds of signs that you can determine right now.
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Whether planning for new construction or trying to extend the life of an old building, there are endless considerations to keep in mind for a successful project and sustainable building envelope. Building envelope consultants provide expertise and creative solutions on the best ways to manage building enclosures.
Client Spotlight
Trinity United Church of Christ: Forensic Leak Investigation
Technical Assurance was engaged to perform a forensic leak investigation. The leakage was consistently reported to occur along the west elevation of the clerestory roof area below the stained-glass windows. On the initial surveys, water infiltration could be seen from the interior. Read the full story here.?
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