Roofing Services

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We specialize in roof consulting, roof uplift resistant testing, asset management, construction QA/QC, water and air infiltration testing and a number of qualitative evaluation services such as infrared thermography and moisture mapping for a variety of roofing systems including commercial, residential, warehouses, schools, hospitals and government facilities.

  • Surveys
    • Building Code and Construction Document Review
    • Infrared Moisture Surveys
    • Core Sampling
    • Visual Roof Observation
    • Recommendations Regarding Repair/Replacements
    • Installation and Maintenance Budgeting
  • Due Diligence
    • Condition Assessments
    • Life-cycle Costing
    • Warranty Review
    • Operations and Maintenance
  • Design
    • Drawings and Technical Specification Development
    • Contractor Selection & Bidding Assistance
    • Contract Administration
  • Oversight
    • Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspections
    • Progress Meetings and Reports
    • Project Close-out Documentation
  • Forensic
    • Storm Assessment
    • Wind Uplift Analysis (ASTM E907-96)
    • Water Infiltration and Moisture Mapping
    • Construction Defect Investigation
    • Expert & Factual Witness Testimony
  • Roof Asset Management
    • Roof Asset Database Development and Management
    • Periodic Condition Assessment and Photo Documentation
    • Preventative Maintenance Schedule Preparation & Monitoring
    • Manufacturer and Warranty Information Updates

Property Condition Assessments

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A property condition assessment is used to determine whether a facility’s current conditions may have a significant detrimental impact on its continued operation, lend to depreciated property value or create an ongoing maintenance issue as a result of materials and/or system defects.

Our typical assessment includes a thorough site evaluation, interviews with personnel and tenants, inquiries to the local building and zoning departments, the fire marshal’s office and a review of available client-provided construction documents such as plans and specifications. Upon request, we will also perform a detailed roof assessment, lead, mold or asbestos consulting, water and air infiltration testing, and a number of qualitative evaluation services such as infrared thermography.

In addition, with forensic investigation as one of our core service lines, we have a unique perspective for design, design review, condition assessments, building management and on-site quality assurance of building systems. This perspective allows us to identify and solve issues during the design and construction phase and ultimately saves all parties time and money.

Furthermore, we will also conduct visual inspections of building system components including:

  • Site Development
  • Building Exterior and Interior
  • Building Structure
  • Roofing and Conveyance Systems
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical and Plumbing Systems
  • Evidence of Termite Infestation
  • Life Safety/Fire Protection
  • General ADA Compliance

Building Envelope Assessments

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Collecting data and making observations is an important first step in identifying distress and other potential problem areas of building envelopes. However, in order to mitigate loss, an assessment must be performed in concert with an appropriate diagnosis and course of action, which can only be determined by building envelope consultants.

Our skilled professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology to test and evaluate the intricate function and interaction of roofs and exterior wall systems through roof consulting, roof uplift resistant testing, construction QA/QC, water and air infiltration testing per ASTM E1105-00 and a number of qualitative evaluation services such as infrared thermography and moisture mapping.

Additionally, with forensic investigation being one of our main service lines, we are able to provide a unique perspective for design, design review, condition assessments and on-site quality assurance of building systems. This perspective allows us to identify issues before they arise, ultimately saving time and money for all parties involved.  

  • Curtain Wall Testing
  • Roof Uplift Resistance Testing (ASTM E907-96)
  • Infrared Thermo Imaging
  • Moisture Mapping
  • Visual Assessments
  • Mock-up Testing
  • Water and Air Infiltration Testing
  • Component Isolation Testing
  • Design Defect/Omission Investigation
  • Construction Defect Investigation
  • Design Consulting
  • Construction Oversight
  • Litigation Support

Construction Management

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Our multi-disciplinary professionals augment the owner’s staff with feasibility level planning, design, construction, engineering and management expertise. Whether it is the execution of a retrofit design, remediation, renovation of an existing building or the construction of a new facility, our dedicated professionals ensure each phase of the project is successfully executed.

Our services are often required on remediation projects for the purposes of local, state or federal compliance, which requires a thorough knowledge of model law codes, applicable regulations, construction methods and means, cost, as well as an ability to orchestrate the multiple disciplines that only years of experience can deliver.

The scope of our construction management services consists of:

Material Science

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Together, our engineers and scientists observe, analyze and base conclusions on the data available to determine if the failure of a component, fixture or piece of equipment is the result of a fabrication, material or other defect. In order to ensure that the detailed materials testing is conducted with the highest level of confidence and performed in compliance with ASTM, NACE, AWS, SAE and other appropriate standards, it has proven invaluable to have in-house laboratories.

Furthermore, our state-of-the-art laboratory is capable of handling, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Mechanical Testing
  • Nondestructive Testing
  • Macroscopic Examination
  • Microscopic Examination
  • Chemical Analysis

Mechanical and Electrical

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We have the experience to analyze electrical failures associated with fires, explosions, building mechanical system malfunctions, electrocutions, lighting strikes and other perils, and are highly skilled in performing energy audits, power/mechanical equipment inspections, electrical installation reviews, safety appraisals and cost containments.

Our mechanical and electrical engineering services include:

  • Product Failure Analysis
  • HVAC Equipment Evaluation
  • Automotive Accident Reconstruction
  • Refinery and Petrochemical Plant Control Systems Assessment
  • Building Energy Audit and NFPA 70E Assessment
  • Computer System, Appliance and Furnace Malfunction
  • Grain Elevators Investigation
  • Petroleum Storage and Distribution Systems Evaluations
  • Agricultural Machinery Inspection and Analysis
  • Sprinkler/Fire Suppression Design and Failure Analysis

Civil and Structural

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We have performed thousands of forensic structural investigations ranging from single-family residential buildings to multi-lane highway bridges and high-rise buildings throughout the world. Our experienced civil and structural engineers bring a clear and pragmatic perspective to complex failure related losses that only years of experience in forensics, design and construction can bring. This diverse experience allows us to respond to virtually any type of failure regardless of structure type or location.

Our engineers also have industry specific specialties in specific systems, components or facility types that ensure the appropriate depth to our services. They possess a sound knowledge of applicable model law building codes, industry standards, as well as local building codes and requirements. In addition to the structural components, we can evaluate the building from a global perspective by looking at its interactive systems to help us zero in on the root cause and subsequent effects.

We offer a multi-disciplinary line of forensic engineering, materials testing and scientific and failure analysis services. Our core services include structural condition assessments, cause of loss, destructive and non-destructive qualitative analysis, retrofit design, construction oversight and coordination and third party review.