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 […]
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 […]
Concrete can last many decades without needing much maintenance, which is a key reason why it’s favored as a commercial building material. Regular inspections help detect problems early to avoid expensive structural concrete crack repair. Here are important points to remember about applying seismic retrofitting for buildings with concrete tilt-up walls and how to address […]
Every large manufacturing facility must be inspected periodically to see if industrial structural repairs are needed. Such a large facility likely employs many people, so it must be responsible for the safety of its workers. Seismic retrofit is a long-term solution for giving the building maximum protection from seismic activity. How Condensation Creates Structural Problems […]
In 2010, over 200,000 individuals died in earthquakes around the world. Collapsed buildings caused the vast majority of these casualties. Three things should be prioritized right after an earthquake to reduce risk: Keeping people in and around the building safe. Preventing gas lines from leaking or exploding. Minimizing (or at least anticipating) any risk of […]
Structural inspections are key safety measures, both to fix damage after an earthquake, and to prevent possible damage from future seismic activity. However, many property owners don’t know what to expect from the initial inspection. When do you need a structural inspection, and how can you prepare for the visit? There are three primary reasons […]