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What’s included in a commercial infrared electrical system scan?
Electricity powers our homes, our businesses, and our world. It’s a huge asset, but unfortunately, electrical systems also pose one of the greatest risks to equipment, buildings, and the occupants inside. Faulty electrical systems can cause damage from equipment...
The steps of commercial building blower door testing
Air ventilation is an important element of every building design. It’s the controlled exchange of fresh outdoor air and stale indoor air to reduce moisture and odors while keeping occupants comfortable inside. Your building’s HVAC system and vent fans regulate this...
Why the equipment used in your ASTM testing matters
ASTM is a regulatory organization that develops technical standards across more than 90 sectors. These ASTM testing standards are designed to enhance safety and improve quality of the materials, products, services, and systems in our world. As an unbiased third-party,...
What to do if you think your commercial building has a roof leak?
Water Spots. Dripping Water. Black Mold. Spongy Floors. Musty Smell. These are all signs and symptoms of a water leak, typically a roof leak in a building. Leaks are often difficult to trace and can cause extensive damage to both the building and occupants. The...
5 Signs You Should Hire A Commercial Building Diagnostics Specialist
If you listen closely and watch for the signs, you will hear and see the signs of a building in distress. Whether a newer building or an older one, systems will show signs of distress in several ways. Recognizing these signs and calling on skilled professionals to...
AAMA 501.2 Testing At A University Football Practice Facility
Water Leak Testing Curtain Walls AAMA 501.2 testing is a quick way to assess the water-tightness of a curtain wall system. The system can be tested at a rate of approximately 1 linear foot per minute, which may seem slow, but it is actually much quicker than many...
Commercial Building Leak Testing: The Many Ways Water Sneaks Into Your Building
Years ago, at a Building Science conference, the presenter did an exercise with the group to show the dangers of water intrusion. “Imagine you are a droplet of water. Looking at this structure, how do you get inside?” The question pushed the audience to think about...
Why Work With Energy Star Partner Inspectors
Overhead costs are often the deciding factor for a company being profitable or going out of business. Finding effective ways to manage costs is critical to success and next to the monthly lease or loan payment for real property, the cost to operate that property is...
Sealed Structures Save Energy & Money
As the weather turns warmer, many businesses are gearing up for additional work and the busy season for many industries. The attention shifts to managing operational costs while overhead costs, like utilities and office costs, become a smaller part of the balance...