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Best Practices
Guidance and recommendations for improving project outcomes through thoughtful planning, design, and execution.
The “Amazon Effect” in Building Maintenance: Why Speed Can’t Replace Strategy
We’ve all grown used to instant results. Need something? Click a button and it’s at
“It’ll Probably Work” Isn’t Good Enough: The True Value of Engineers in Exterior Restoration Projects
Property owners, contractors, and even some developers often ask a fair question: “What value does
Loading Dock Waterproofing Systems: Choosing the Right System for Heavy-Duty Protection
Loading docks are among the most demanding environments in commercial buildings. Subject to constant vehicular
Air Barriers 101
In construction, air barrier systems are the unsung heroes of building envelopes. While not as
Summer Heat and Roof Stress: Why Expansion and Cracking Happen—And What to Do About It
As building envelope consultants working in the varied climates of New York and New England,
Why You Shouldn’t Rush Into a Roof Replacement on Your Facility
Roof replacement projects are among the most disruptive, expensive, and (in)visible capital improvements a facility
Pop Culture Wisdom on the Construction Site
We’ve been catching up on a bit of TV this month in our household. One
Benefits of Engaging a Restoration Consultant Early in a Project
When it comes to building restoration, many property and facility managers are understandably focused on
What is a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector and Why Does It Matter?
When it comes to the structural stability of the building, it’s not all about the
Second Opinion, a consideration for your Bodies Health. Why not for your Structures, Structural Health?
Almost 55 years ago a very dear friend, after watching his grandmother pass, made a