Building Envelope Consultants
In the modern era, as buildings are required by code to become more energy-efficient and more air-tight, the importance of detailing between various building components has become critical. Having an expert involved in the design and construction process, and even in maintenance decisions, is important to how your building performs.
If your building is older, ask yourself: Do the windows and walls of your building leak air or water? Are there water stains on your interior walls or ceilings? Have you noticed cracks in the masonry or sealant on the exterior of your building? If so, you need a building envelope consultant.
Building Envelope Consulting
STR-SEG’s experienced personnel can determine the cause and extent of building problems caused by structural settlement, thermal movement, or freeze-thaw weathering, can provide recommendations and budgets for required repairs or comprehensive restoration as appropriate. Documents would be prepared that clearly define the scope of work for bidding purposes as well as for quality assurance throughout the project.
Building Envelope Surveys
Information gathered onsite is made accessible through our cloud-based Facilities Management system (FMS). This software application also provides a process for reporting issues (i.e., safety issues, leakage), can automatically dispatch a preferred contractor, and can track the issue through resolution.
Building Envelope Assessments
Information gathered onsite is presented in a detailed report, covering existing construction and conditions, with corresponding photos to ensure a complete understanding of issues found, and our professional recommendations for work required.
Building Envelope Design and Bidding
Proper design must respond to all factors that affect your facility: structural, thermal insulation, moisture control, and resistance to air infiltration. As a professional design firm, we make sure these aspects are addressed and conveyed to the bidding contractors.
Building Envelope Construction Administration
Once a contract is in place between you and the successful contractor, we review their product submittals and shop drawings to verify compliance with the design, observe the work-in-progress for quality assurance purposes on your behalf.
STR-SEG Building Envelope Projects
Our featured projects often have a unique story behind them – a problem that was solved, or a design feature that was incorporated. Check them out and contact us to see how we could help with your unique challenges.
