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A Milestone Condominium Structural Inspection is a structural inspection performed by licensed engineers like EMA Structural Forensic Engineers of a building conducted for the purposes of determining a buildings’ life safety and structural component integrity or adequacy.

A Milestone Condominium Structural Inspection is a structural inspection performed by licensed engineers like EMA Structural Forensic Engineers of a building conducted for the purposes of determining a buildings’ life safety and structural component integrity or adequacy.

 

Condominium Structural Safety Inspections

Florida Laws now require all 3 stories or taller buildings to undergo Condominium Structural Safety inspections. EMA Structural Forensic Engineers can help you fulfill your needs to comply with the new laws.

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Florida Building Inspections By: Structural Engineering and Building Consulting firm – Joe DiPompeo, PE

Florida Building Inspections By: Structural Engineering and Building Consulting firm – Joe DiPompeo, PE

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Florida Building Inspections

Structural Engineering and Building Consulting firm

By: Joe DiPompeo, PE

Building inspections are a critical component of property management in the state of Florida. They help to ensure that buildings are maintained in good condition and meet building codes, which is essential for protecting both tenants and property owners.

First and foremost, building inspections are necessary to ensure that buildings are compliant with certain codes and regulations. In Florida, building codes are set by the Florida Building Code (FBC), which establishes standards for the construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings in the state. These codes cover everything from electrical and plumbing systems to fire safety and structural integrity. While most codes are applicable to the construction of the building, Florida has significant codes and requirements throughout the life of the building, such as structural and electrical recertification inspections. Failure to comply with these codes can result in fines, legal action, and even the closure of the building.

By conducting regular inspections, property managers can identify any issues that may be in violation of these codes and requirements and take corrective action before they become serious problems. For example, an inspector may find deteriorating structural concrete or issues with the electrical wiring. These issues can be addressed before they put the safety of tenants and the property at risk or become a larger, more expensive problem to fix.

In some places, such as Florida, there are mandatory ordinances which enforce regular building inspections. These inspections should be conducted by a certified Professional Engineer and then file a report with the local building department or and/or state. If these requirements are not met, the property owner or manager will receive a fine.

Furthermore, building inspections can also help property managers identify maintenance needs. Over time, buildings can experience wear and tear, and components can break down. By conducting regular inspections, property managers can identify these issues and take corrective action before they become more serious and costly to repair. This can help to extend the lifespan of the building and save money in the long run.

Moreover, building inspections are essential for protecting property values. Properties that are well-maintained and free of hazards are more attractive to tenants and can command higher rents and sale prices. Regular inspections can help to identify issues that may be causing damage to the building, such as water leaks or structural issues. By addressing these issues early, property managers can prevent further damage and ensure that the building maintains its value.

Finally, building inspections can also provide peace of mind for property owners and tenants alike. By knowing that the building is being regularly inspected and maintained, owners can be confident that their investment is being protected. Tenants, on the other hand, can feel reassured that they are living in a safe and well-maintained environment.

In conclusion, building inspections are a crucial part of property management in Florida. They help to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations, identify potential hazards, identify maintenance needs, protect property values, and provide peace of mind for owners and tenants. By conducting regular inspections, property managers can prevent serious problems from occurring and ensure that their buildings are safe and well-maintained and compliant with state and local requirements.

Structural Workshop

Structural Engineering and Building Consulting firm

754-277-4245

info@structuralworkshop.com

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Need a few reasons to digitize your paper-based engineering and architectural drawings? How about these?

Need a few reasons to digitize your paper-based engineering and architectural drawings? How about these?

1- Accessibility and Sharing. Digital files are easy to search, copy and share, saving valuable time and improving collaboration.
2- Storage and Document Integrity. Digital drawings are much less expensive to store than paper copies and are not subject to degradation over time.
3- Flexibility. Digital drawings are easy to rework or update, streamlining change processes and speeding renovations.
4- Details. Digital designs allow for the addition of audio or video to individual elements, providing an extra level of detail (e.g., materials, site layout, construction processes).
At the end of the day, digitization is a huge time and cost saver.
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Don’t let a natural disaster catch your community off guard! Take charge and be prepared!

Don’t let a natural disaster catch your community off guard! Take charge and be prepared!

The coastal Northeast is experiencing a concerning trend of heating at a faster rate compared to other regions in North America. Researchers have identified a strong correlation between the accelerated warming and the rapidly increasing temperatures in the North Atlantic Ocean and increasing storm intensity. Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and coastal flooding can strike at any moment, leaving communities devastated and in need of immediate assistance. It is crucial for communities to be prepared in order to minimize the impact of these disasters and ensure the safety of their residents.

Preparing your community for a natural disaster is crucial to minimize damage, save lives, and facilitate a swift recovery. Here are a few steps to assist with your preparation:

Assessment and Planning:

  • Identify the types of natural disasters that are common in your area, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, or tornadoes.
  • Conduct a thorough risk assessment to understand the potential impact of these disasters on infrastructure, buildings, and residents.
  • Collaborate with professionals to create a comprehensive disaster preparedness plan.
  • Make sure that the community has backed up records of their site plans, architectural and structural drawings, as this can greatly assist in the post disaster assessment and recovery process.

Initial building evaluation performed based on the severity of the storm/event:

  • The degree of safety & habitability of the subject building is not always obvious. If there is any doubt or question that there may be structural or building envelope damage to a building, call you Professional Engineer or Architect and have an evaluation performed.
  • In some instances, you may be required by your local municipality to have your professional assist with stabilizing the structure before parties can enter the structure to collect personal belonging that may remain.

Communication and Engagement:

  • Establish a reliable communication system to disseminate information before, during, and after a disaster. This can include email, social media, or text alerts.
  • Designate community leaders or volunteers responsible for communicating updates and instructions.

Contact Insurance:

  • It can take a while to get adjusters to scene following an event. Be sure to take before, during and after photos of any damage that occurred.

Post-Disaster Recovery:

  • Establish a recovery plan that includes damage assessment, debris removal, and restoration of essential services.
  • Plans and specifications may be required to repair or reconstruct the building, depending on severity.
  • Code requirements can impact the work based on if it is classified as repair vs reconstruction. This needs to be carefully reviewed and considered as insurance carriers may try to exclude some of the necessary work, so the Architect or Engineer needs to be well versed on preparing plans for this type of work.

Remember, disaster preparedness is an ongoing effort. Regularly review and update your plans based on new information, changing community demographics, and emerging technologies. By taking proactive steps, you can help your community minimize the impact of natural disasters and ensure a more resilient future.

Contact our team for more information how to be proactive! 

The Falcon Group
Miami
15405 NW 7th Avenue in Miami, FL 33169
ph: 305.663.1970 x509
info@falconengineering.com
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
5651 Corporate Way, Suite 4, West Palm Beach, Florida 33407
Phone: 561-290-0504
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Local Condos Failing to Comply with New Milestone Inspections Law

Local Condos Failing to Comply with New Milestone Inspections Law

Recent reporting by the Sun Sentinel chronicled how 124 condominium buildings, representing approximately 25,000 residences in unincorporated Palm Beach County, failed to submit their milestone inspection reports by the end of 2024 as required under the new Florida law. The circumstances described in the article are possibly playing out in other jurisdictions throughout the state in light of the recent passing of the December 31, 2024, deadline by which many residential condominium and cooperative buildings of three stories or more throughout the state were required to have completed their milestone inspections and reports. The article indicated that Palm Beach County officials are now strongly urging the representatives of those communities to submit the required inspection paperwork as soon as possible.

The Florida law, which was enacted in response to the 2021 tragedy of the building collapse in Surfside, required associations for many residential condominium and cooperative buildings 30 years or older and with three or more stories to have filed an inspection report detailing necessary structural building maintenance and required repairs by December 31, 2024 (with the balance of such buildings having to do so by December 31, 2025, depending upon when they reached 30 years of age). During the first phase of the required milestone inspection, a state-licensed architect or engineer must examine the building to assess the condition of its main structural elements. If no repairs are needed and the building passes, the next milestone inspection is due in 10 years.  For buildings in which deterioration is detected, a second phase of inspections is subsequently required to take place within the ensuing 180 days, but that timeframe can be extended if extra time is deemed necessary.

Unfortunately, some condominium and cooperative associations required to have complied failed to do so, citing factors which include a lack of funds to perform such inspections, unavailability of qualified professionals to timely perform the inspections and reports, or a general misunderstanding as to the need to comply with the required inspections. Elected and other governmental officials seem to be struggling with the best approach to compel compliance, given that stakeholders in many communities are complaining about the burdens being imposed upon them due to the inspection requirements as well as the newly enacted structural integrity reserve funding obligations, installation or upgrades of bi-directional amplification systems for emergency responders, and the need to fund costly property insurance premiums also required by state law.

The newspaper quotes Palm Beach County officials illustrating that their objective is to make sure buildings are maintained and repaired, and indicating they are neither looking to “kick people out of their houses” nor “to basically knock down buildings.”

The story indicates that in unincorporated Palm Beach County, more than 500 buildings were supposed to have filed their milestone inspection, but almost a quarter of them failed to do so. The recent reporting found that more than 100 buildings in the county have entered into the second phase of inspections, and more than 200 remain under review under the first phase.  For the 124 properties that have not yet provided any milestone-inspection information, county officials say they remain in the dark about the state of those buildings.

As we continue to move past the inspection and reporting deadline, and approach the deadline for the remainder of buildings required to comply, local governmental officials will wrestle with the best approaches to enforce compliance with the requirements.  Some authorities may opt to begin enforcement with a notice being sent out to remind association registered agents and directors that they are not yet in compliance, steering clear of immediately imposing fines or other penalties. However, other authorities may feel that optimal compliance with the inspection and reporting requirements may not be likely to be achieved without the threat of fines or similar measures.

The recent article further mentioned that along with potential fines, the commissioners and other officials also discussed the use of new signage to be posted at the buildings alerting residents to the fact that the structure has not yet been inspected, as well as the issuance of noncompliance notices to be distributed to all the board members.

For residential condominiums and cooperatives that do not undergo the required inspection, the potential consequences could include difficulty in obtaining insurance renewals along with increased premiums. They could also face potential legal action from their owners, who could find themselves unable to sell their residences and seeking remedies for any decreases in property values that may ensue. Ultimately, the associations for such communities may be forced to increase their assessments in response to these repercussions and any fines that may be imposed.

Our firm strongly recommends that all the associations for residential condominium and cooperative communities that have not already complied with these new requirements for milestone inspections make them an immediate priority and take all reasonable actions necessary to complete the initial phase and file the necessary report to their corresponding building department as soon as possible.

by ROBERTO BLANCH, SIEGFRIED RIVERA


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Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

This is one of the most important decisions a board will make for the future of their association. It is an easy and effective way to ensure your community’s capital replacement items are being properly funded with minimal impact on the individual homeowners. 

With the recent update to the Capital Reserve Study Standards, the impact of inflation and supply chain issues over the past few years (in some cases resulting in costs as much as 50% higher for some typical components), it is even more critical to have an updated reserve study to ensure the financial health of your community.

To stay on track for a healthy financial future, it is recommended that your Reserve Study be updated every three (3) years.

The Falcon Group Capital Reserves team consists of 6 CAI Certified Reserve Specialists (RS) as well as a Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA) designation awarded by the Association of Professional Analysts.

Contact our Reserve Specialists today for a new or updated reserve study!

 

Contact Us:

Tampa Bay

1211 1st Avenue, N.
Suite 106
St. Petersburg, FL 33705

P (813) 438-3568

West Palm Beach

5651 Corporate Way
Suite 4
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

P (561) 290-0504

Miami

15405 NW 7th Avenue
Miami, FL 33169

P (305) 663-1970


Capital Reserve Study ( what is involved )

The primary purpose of a Reserve Study is to offer recommendations as to the amount of money a community, building or other organization should set aside on a yearly basis for the future replacement or major refurbishment of their commonly owned elements.

The Falcon Group believes that a properly funded capital reserve program is the right formula for keeping a community’s physical assets in prime condition while providing some key benefits to residents. We strongly recommend updating your Capital Reserve Study Every 3 years.

A regularly updated Reserve Study can provide the following benefits:

  • Maintaining and/or increasing property values by maintaining exterior appearances through timely repair or replacement of common elements.
  • Facilitating project efficiency and cost effectiveness, as well as, minimizing disruptions and unit owner inconvenience by allowing the association to secure contractors to complete an entire project during a finite and desired schedule.
  • Reducing the likelihood of member dissatisfaction associated with the passage of large or sudden assessments.

All of our Capital Reserve Studies are prepared under the direction of a Reserve Specialist (RS) and/or a Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA).

The Falcon Group has prepared over 3,500 Capital Reserve Studies. Each Capital Reserve Study we perform is a customized analysis, prepared in coordination with our Reserve Specialist (RS) and our client, and is based on a “real-world” methodology for each item in regards to:

  • Inspection

  • Evaluation for repair or replacement

  • Evaluation for anticipated “Useful Life”

  • Integrated into a repair or replacement plan and budget

 

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Community Association Software Solutions for Condo, Co-Op, and HOA Management

Community Association Software Solutions for Condo, Co-Op, and HOA Management

Trusted by over 6,500 communities throughout the U.S. and worldwide, BuildingLink is the premier provider of  community management software solutions. BuildingLink leverages over two decades of innovation and experience,  offering 60+ intuitive modules to manage documents, maintenance, vehicle, keys, packages, amenity reservations, community communications and more! Managers love the functionality and service while residents love the convenience of our mobile app!

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BuildingLink’s suite of maintenance solutions ensures your property is running efficiently.

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Elevate your resident experience with BuildingLink’s mobile, portal, and smart home features.

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Record-Keeping & Administration

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BuildingLink is the market’s undisputed leader in property management solutions, empowering customers through industry-leading technologies, extraordinary support and training programs, and the ability to tailor our solutions to fit their unique needs.

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Event:  January 23rd from 2-4pm, get updated on ‘2025 Legal Update’ byKBR Legal’s – Lisa Magill, Esq. BCS

Event: January 23rd from 2-4pm, get updated on ‘2025 Legal Update’ byKBR Legal’s – Lisa Magill, Esq. BCS

On January 23rd from 2-4pm Est (via Zoom), get updated on the most recent legislative changes and discuss the statutory changes made by the Florida Legislature and how they directly affect managers, board members, and their communities.

Lisa Magill, Esq. BCS will lead the ‘2025 Legal Update’. Complimentary for all; just click below to enroll.

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Jan 23, 2025 02:00 PM
Course 9633017 | Provider 0005092 | 2 CE in Legal for CAMS Instructor: Lisa A. Magill, Esq. BCS | Kaye Bender Rembaum, P.L. Get updated on the most recent legislative changes and discuss the statutory changes made by the Florida Legislature and how they directly affect managers, board members, and their communities.
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Maximizing the value and life cycle of a building requires continuously maintaining performance and improving energy efficiency Learn how Rimkus can help with your Building Inspections & Repair.

Maximizing the value and life cycle of a building requires continuously maintaining performance and improving energy efficiency Learn how Rimkus can help with your Building Inspections & Repair.

Building Envelope Services

Maximizing the value and life cycle of a building requires continuously maintaining performance and improving energy efficiency Learn how Rimkus can help with your Building Inspections & Repair.

From the design of new buildings to the construction materials and technologies used to repair and maintain existing structures, we are uniquely qualified to provide a full range of global building envelope consulting services to help prevent and eliminate problems.

Performance for the Life Cycle of Your Project

Committed to utilizing sustainable materials and methods as applicable, we proactively address performance issues to improve the way buildings are constructed and maintained.

 

View our building envelope services:

  • Building Envelope Assessments
  • Façade Inspections
  • Façade Restoration
  • Historic Preservation
  • Pavement Engineering
  • Roof Consulting
  • Waterproofing and Weatherproofing Assessments and Design

 

Building Envelope Assessments

The Rimkus Built Environment Solutions team can provide a complete assessment of a structure’s building envelope (façades, roofs, windows, balconies, walkways, parking areas, etc.) describing the condition of such and all items in need of repair. A recommended timeline and a projected construction cost will also be provided to assist the owner in projecting future budgets. For a full survey of all building components, Rimkus can increase the scope of the survey and provide a full Property Condition Assessment (PCA) including mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, elevators, and interiors. Building envelope assessments and PCAs are typically provided with 5- or 10-year projections; however, they may be customized to the client’s needs. These reports can be utilized as a tool to help create capital expenditure budgets and establish maintenance schedules.

Contract Administration

Retaining Rimkus to handle your Contract Administration services on your roof construction projects will provide you with seasoned professionals who know how to control costs and long term outcomes. You will experience greatly improved transparency and accountability from your contractors and you will also be far more likely to maintain critical schedules, budgets, and deadlines on your projects. Rimkus achieves these benefits by maintaining a free flow of information between the Contractor and Owner. Our services also include payment certification and preparation of change orders for any additional work that may be encountered during the course of the project. We strive to protect our clients by confirming that the solutions you invest in meet all of your roofing and building portfolio needs. At Rimkus, you will find a level of personal attention on every project that is unmatched by any of our competitors. Trust in our veteran team, state-of-the-art technology, and our decades of experience in the industry. We offer:

  • Contract Administration
  • Schedule, budget, and deadline maintenance
  • Minimization of building occupant disruptions
  • Payment certification
  • Preparation of change orders
  • Review of shop drawings / material submissions

 

Diagnostic Testing

To properly assess the condition of your roof we need to determine its composition, quality, and moisture content. At Rimkus, we can accurately assess each of those factors with our Destructive and Non-Destructive Testing protocols. It is one of the steps taken during your Roof Condition Analysis and a necessary tool in projecting the life expectancy and long-term costs of your roof. We can also use the results to save you money by identifying problems before they become catastrophic. We strive to protect our clients by confirming that the solutions you invest in meet all of your roofing and building portfolio needs. At Rimkus, you will find a level of personal attention on every project that is unmatched by any of our competitors. You can place your trust in our veteran team, state-of-the-art technology, and our decades of experience in the industry.

We offer a variety of diagnostic testing methods:

  • Infrared thermography
  • Tramex moisture meter
  • Electrical Field Vector Mapping (EFVM)
  • Core cut testing
  • Delmhorst Probe

 

Façade Inspections

When façade elements fail, components could fall, thereby putting people and property at risk. As a response to this, many cities have passed façade ordinances to identify unsafe conditions, such as loose façade components or materials that may fall and cause damage to property or injury to pedestrians. At Rimkus, we provide professional building inspections supported by recommendations and design for proactive maintenance and repair programs. Façade inspections typically fall into one of the following categories:

  • Safe: Requires no attention
  • Safe with a Repair and Maintenance Program: Requires repairs or maintenance within a time period designated by the professional in order to prevent deterioration into an unsafe condition
  • Unsafe: Has no reliable means of structural support and is dangerous to persons or property. Requires prompt remedial action.

Conducting Inspections Inspection requirements range from visual inspection of street-facing façades by architects, engineers, or contractors, to “hands-on inspections” that require licensed engineers or architects to physically touch façade components for each elevation of the building along the entire height of each elevation. Typically, inspections are required for buildings over five stories, with inspection frequencies ranging from two to five years. Our experts are well versed in façade condition assessments and have the experience and knowledge needed to identify repair details as well as oversee the completion of the repairs on behalf of the property owner.

Façade Restoration

The appurtenances of a façade (balconies, fire escapes, etc.) often deteriorate faster than the façade itself and therefore require particular attention and, often, increased maintenance. Repairs to these elements should be addressed in a manner that will prolong the useful life of the appurtenance as well as the repairs performed. The Rimkus Building Envelope team can assist in all phases of façade restoration. We are well versed in façade restoration, with a long track record of success on projects varying from low-rise commercial and residential buildings to luxury high-rise towers. The façade, while best known for its aesthetic, also provides structural support for a building and vertical weatherproofing for its interior spaces. All three of these components should be analyzed during façade restoration. Performing a thorough analysis of the building’s façade prior to design, Rimkus provides a detailed list of findings and recommendations for immediate repairs as well as preventative maintenance to completely address façade functions. At Rimkus, we believe that the key to a successful façade restoration project often occurs before the contractor arrives on-site. A thorough and detailed pre-construction effort, including preliminary investigation, preparation of contract documents, bid process and review, pre-construction meeting(s), and review of all mock-ups and submittals, will often eliminate unnecessary costs and construction delays.

Historic Preservation

Rimkus has had the distinct pleasure of working on numerous historic and landmark structures, including both high-rise and low-rise office buildings as well as a number of ornate residential buildings. Exhaustive research, early coordination with all governing agencies, and involvement of qualified experienced professionals are all essential components in the preservation of these delicate historic structures. When analyzing and repairing the building envelope of historic structures a conservationist perspective is preferable, full-scale repair or replacement is not always best. Thorough documentation of existing conditions including sketches, photographs, and cataloging of deteriorated elements is imperative to the restoration process. The use of new technologies to eliminate unnecessary probes and demolition is advisable. By incorporating the use of laser scanning, Rimkus can achieve an unprecedented level of detail and accuracy during the design phase often without the need for hands-on visual inspections. In addition to providing thorough contract documents; these laser scans will allow for the creation of 3D models of decorative stone units for shop drawings and mold casting.

Leak Investigations

Rimkus offers a thorough approach to leak investigations, recognizing that a successful investigation requires pursuing all possible sources of water infiltration. With years of experience, Rimkus understands that there may be multiple factors contributing to a leak. Rimkus offers a range of services to assist in determining the source(s) of water infiltration, including hands-on and visual inspections, non-destructive testing techniques, and more traditional methods of probes and water tests. Our non-destructive testing techniques include the use of infrared imaging to identify thermal anomalies and moisture-compromised insulation, the use of roof and wall moisture scanners and moisture meters to perform impedance testing and identify the relative moisture content of the material, and electronic leak detection (electric field vector mapping) to identify the precise location of water infiltration.

Roof Condition Assessments

Rimkus recommends a roof condition assessment to better understand the life expectancy of a roof and to address an immediate concern. The result is a promptly delivered roof analysis outlining the strengths and weaknesses of the existing roof system. Our findings are put into a clear and legible report that includes photo evidence, illustrations, and a colored AutoCAD roof plan. We believe that a high level of clarity and transparency is crucial to help our clients make informed decisions. Many of our technicians are RCI Inc., RRC, and RRO certified. Our emergency leak responders can diagnose numerous problems on the spot and expedite the remediation strategy. Capital planning is also an important component that we provide as part this process. We believe it is important to provide our clients with a strategy for future investments and expenditures to meet both the short and long-term budget plans.

Waterproofing and Weatherproofing Assessments and Design

Rimkus assists in the evaluation of existing roofing/waterproofing systems, as well as the design and construction administration of the repair or replacement, of all roofing/waterproofing systems including:

  • Single Ply (Thermoset and Thermoplastic) Systems
  • Modified Bitumen Roof Systems
  • Fluid-Applied Liquid Membranes
  • Vegetative/Green Roofs
  • Balcony Waterproofing
  • Below-Grade and Sidewalk Vault Waterproofing

Similar to most aspects of construction one size, does not fit all with respect to roofing and waterproofing systems. Several factors determine the appropriate system for a particular building, including:

  • Building Code Regulations
  • Requirements of Owner’s Insurance Provider
  • Climate and Wind/Weather Exposure
  • Frequency and Type of Foot Traffic
  • Intended Use (of Roof Surface and Interior Space Below)
  • Mechanical Equipment and Exhaust Units
  • Overall Size
  • Roof Slope
  • Desired Life Expectancy
  • Owner’s Budget
  • Number of Penetrations
  • Roof Deck Composition

Several commonly overlooked processes can be established during the installation of a new roof that will help reduce the cost of future maintenance and extend the service life of the roof system:

Leak detection systems can be installed in most roof systems to use as a quality assurance tool and to allow for easy identification of future leaks. This is particularly important in roofs with an overburden (i.e., inverted roof systems and vegetative roofs). A custom-tailored roof inspection and maintenance schedule should be provided for the owner’s use in prolonging the useful life of the roof system and minimizing the risk of leaks resulting from roof damage.

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