Frank Louis-Jeune, RRO

Understanding Building Envelopes The term “building envelope” refers to the physical barrier between the conditioned interior of a building and the exterior environment. It includes components such as roofs, walls, windows, and doors. The primary function of the building envelope is to protect the interior from external elements such as wind, rain, heat, and cold, […]

Drones in construction are becoming increasingly popular as technology improves and the benefits become more apparent. Drones can be used for various tasks, including surveying, mapping, and even delivering materials to hard-to-reach places. They are also much cheaper and easier to operate than traditional construction equipment, making them an excellent option for small companies or

Third-Party Roof Inspections Roof inspections done by a 3rd party have advantages with the first being a protective measure for both client and contractor. Offering assurance that all work done to a certain point is up to code and industry standards are imperative. It provides the proper documentation that a contractor needs to complete the

A roof coating may be something you’ve heard about as a building owner but know little about how it works. You may ask, “Do I need it?”. You may also have questions pertaining to its cost and life expectancy. Without spending a great deal of time researching the subject, you need answers. That’s why we’ve

Now that we’re in the in rainy season a common issue you may deal with if you have a flat roof is ponding water. Ponding water is a common but extremely detrimental roof condition that can lead to structural problems with the roof deck, damage to the roof surface, unwanted vegetative growth, and accumulation of

At the beginning of developing a roof preventative maintenance plan you’ll see various issues; one common issue is roof blisters. Blisters form when there are pockets of air or moisture trapped between layers of your roof’s membrane or between the membrane and the roof deck. As the sun heats the roof, those pockets expand and

Former US president Benjamin Franklin stated: “Diligence is the mother of Good Luck”, and this quote definitely applies to Commercial Real Estate. Furthermore; those who have ever been involved with the property management side of commercial properties (whether is managing a small rental apartment building or a large warehouse complex), know quite well that “diligence” can

Regardless of the type of building you have; every owner wants to get the most out of their roofing system. The most cost-effective way of preserving the life of your roof is to have a preventive maintenance plan. With preventative maintenance, the little you spend today provides massive savings in the future, sort of like

We are in the middle of the 2018 storm season and there have several named storms tracked across the Atlantic. It’s not too late to get into action in preparing for a potential storm. I put together a list of actions that should make weathering the storm and dealing with the damages safer and overall