Professional reference material for property managers, strata councils, engineers, and building owners navigating envelope inspection, moisture diagnostics, and BC building code compliance.
In-depth reference material prepared by our certified building envelope specialists.
BC's coastal climate creates unique challenges for building envelopes. This guide explains the primary moisture pathways — rain penetration, condensation, and air leakage — and how each is detected and remediated.
Thermal imaging reveals temperature anomalies that indicate moisture, air leakage, and insulation failures. Learn when thermal imaging is most effective and what the results mean for your building.
Uncontrolled air movement through the building envelope drives moisture infiltration, energy loss, and occupant discomfort. This guide covers testing methods and remediation strategies.
BC's Strata Property Act imposes specific obligations on strata corporations regarding building envelope maintenance. This guide outlines those obligations and how a professional inspection supports compliance.
Not all inspection reports are equal. This guide explains what a defensible, professional-grade envelope inspection report should include and how it is used in insurance, legal, and engineering contexts.
An overview of the relevant BC Building Code requirements for building envelope performance, including energy efficiency, moisture management, and air barrier continuity obligations.
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Our building envelope glossary explains every technical term used in inspection reports and building science documentation.
Our certified technicians are available by phone or email to answer technical questions about building envelope performance, moisture intrusion, or our inspection methodology.