Roof condensation poses a hidden threat to the structural integrity of commercial and industrial buildings. If left unchecked, it can cause severe structural damage, lead to costly repairs, and create safety hazards, which can result in significant financial and operational disruptions for business owners. Before diving into the risks and solutions, let’s explore what roof […]
Structural repairs are crucial to maintaining the safety and stability of commercial and industrial buildings. These repairs focus on critical building elements like roofs, foundations, floors, exterior walls, and support columns. All types of buildings—including concrete tilt-up, masonry, steel, or wood-framed—can require repairs over time. Issues might arise from earthquakes, design flaws, impacts, or just […]
In California, ensuring the safety and structural integrity of balconies, decks, and similar elevated structures is more critical than ever, with the California balcony inspection law mandating compliance by January 1, 2025. This ordinance was introduced after a tragic 2015 balcony collapse in Berkeley, CA, that caused several deaths. The state now requires apartment buildings […]
Functional recovery refers to a building’s ability to maintain or regain essential functions after an event like an earthquake. According to Ryan Kersting, Associate Principal at Buehler Engineering, it’s a post-event performance state where a building or infrastructure system is restored to safely support its basic intended uses. While this concept might sound straightforward, its […]
Structural repairs consist of any repairs to structural members of a building. Structural repairs mean repairs or replacement to the roof, foundation, floors, and permanent exterior walls and support columns of the building. The repairs can be made on any type of building such as concrete tilt up, masonry, steel, or wood framed buildings. Damage caused […]
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Roof condensation is one of several structural issues that can lead to severe damage if not addressed. Left untreated, it can compromise the entire roof structure. The primary cause? Moisture buildup. Condensation occurs when warmer air cools rapidly, creating moisture that collects in the roof’s internal layers. During the day, the building’s roofing material—particularly dark […]
It is no surprise that building designs have been evaluated closely since the pandemic. The office sector of the commercial real estate industry has been greatly affected by the shutter-in-place regulations and guidance from the CDC to have employees of non-essential companies work remotely. While many companies are finding it feasible in some industries, this […]
Engineers have learned to make buildings safer in recent decades after years of studying what happens to structures during earthquakes. Concrete is a durable choice, but concrete tilt-up buildings built in the last century pose safety risks. Over time, concrete can crack, so it’s important to have it inspected periodically to reduce maintenance costs and […]