Busy Fall Schedule

New high school field quality control testing

New high school field quality control testing

New high school field quality control testing

New high school field quality control testing

Recon Independent Assessments has been steady at it providing services ranging from field quality control testing of newly installed windows, storefront and curtain wall to conducting leak investigations and providing plan review, submittals and envelope consulting.

We are available nationwide and welcome the opportunity to join your project.

Contacting us is easy:  866-584-6868

Site Review on Hospital Renovation

Site Review on Hospital Renovation

Site Review on Hospital Renovation

Site Review on Hospital Renovation

Site Review on Hospital Renovation

Site Review on Hospital Renovation

Multi-family field quality control testing

Multi-family field quality control testing

Multi-family field quality control testing

Multi-family field quality control testing

If your project is ready for positive, outgoing and knowledgable field testing or envelope consulting, look no further than Recon Independent Assessments.

The consultants you'll see on site are the owners of the company.

Every project is executed in a manner that leads us to our next one.

Busy Is Good - Field Testing - Materials Testing - Building Envelope

Its been a while since we've updated.  The fact of the matter is simple:  We've been in the field providing the top notch service we're known for nationwide.

From Tampa, Jacksonville, and Orlando in Florida to Baltimore, MD and Hampton, VA; Recon has been busy providing data to project teams that will help to achieve the singular project goal of delivering a watertight building envelope.

Running testing using the ASTM E 1105, AAMA 502, AAMA 503, and AAMA 501.2 has kept us busy.  Providing structural steel welding inspection services has kept us busy.  Providing water intrusion investigations has kept us busy.  Providing building envelope consulting has kept us busy.

If your project seeks qualified consultants that will help to ensure your project is successful, let us know, we'll happily provide a proposal for you.

Call anytime with questions:  866-584-6868

Baltimore Building Envelope Review and Window Testing

Recon is providing building envelope review and consulting on a hospital renovation as well as field quality control testing of installed windows and curtain wall on an adjacent MOB in the Baltimore area.

Call 866-584-6868 to discuss how Recon can provide your project with similar services.

Baltimore Projects Awarded to Recon Independent Assessments

Recon Independent Assessments earns opportunity to provide consulting and testing services on two projects in Baltimore.

Testing, examination, and consulting services will be provided on a hospital renovation project and a new medial office building  project.

By providing the services, both project teams will be better prepared to deliver a watertight building envelope to their owners.

In addition to Recon's industry leading pricing, we were able to coordinate schedules between the two projects to save on mobilization expenses for the contractor.

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Recon Independent Assessments Selected to Provide Building Envelope Consulting

Recon is pleased to announce that it has been selected to provide building envelope consulting on the next phase of construction at NASA Langley Research Center's "New Town".

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Recon's involvement in the construction of the NASA Headquarters building provided the opportunity to contribute to the project team's mission to build a watertight structure and laid the groundwork for being selected to provide services on the next phase of work.

Recon remains available to assist you on your project.  From acting as a qualified third party testing agency to an oversight role as a building envelope consultant or expert witness in litigation; Recon is available nationwide.

Send us an email to request a proposal or call: 866-584-6868

Busy Week Ahead ASTM E 1105 & AAMA 501.2

Lake County:


Multi-Family Residential - Retrofit Project:  Diagnostic Testing & Water Penetration Resistance Field Quality Control


Osceola County:


High School - New Construction:  Water Penetration Resistance Field Quality Control


Duval County:


Senior Assisted Living Facility - New Construction:  Water Penetration Resistance Field Quality Control

Alachua County:


University Facility Expansion Project - New Construction:  Water Penetration Resistance Field Quality Control

Recon Independent Assessments is available Nationwide to provide service on your project.

Contact us for a proposal anytime:  Request Quote

If you would like to discuss services we provide call 866-584-6868

Controlling Storefront and Curtainwall Water Infiltration

The following article from Architect's Guide to Glass and Metal is definitely a worthwhile read:

 Controlling Storefront and Curtainwall Water Infiltration

Most architectural aluminum glazing systems are not designed to be totally waterproof. Rather, most systems are designed to control water infiltration under extreme conditions and weep that water back to the exterior. Storefront and curtainwall systems differ in many ways: appearance, profiles, windload resistance, glazing, thermal performance and how they weep water. This discussion focuses on how storefront and curtainwall handle water disbursement differently.

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Water Intrusion Investigation to Determine Source of Water From Tropical Storm Debby

Recon Independent Assessments spent the day examining a structure in Jacksonville today to determine the cause and origin of a water intrusion event caused by the wind and rain resulting from the stormy conditions caused by TS Debby.

Through the use of IR thermography and visual examination several areas were identified as intrusion points.

The contractor who requested the building envelope investigation is now well prepared to address the owners concerns.

Recon Independent Assessments draws from a deep well of experience and a practical approach to the evidence to uncover hard to find conditions that allow water to penetrate the building envelope.

Call today if you face a similar problem.  Recon is standing by to assist in repairing your storm damaged building.

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Debby Downer - Tropical Storm Damage Assessments

Recon Independent Assessments provides post tropical storm investigations to determine the source of water intrusion events caused by the adverse weather.

Protect your reputation by responding quickly and decisively to reported problems.  The sooner a positive resolution is reached, the better.

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AAMA 503 using the ASTM E 1105 & ASTM E 783

Yep, 

We do that.

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Call today to learn how you save when Recon Independent Assessments is your Qualified Third Party Testing Agency of choice.

Save Money - Test Early

Storefront Testing AAMA 503

Affordable & Reliable Field Quality Control Testing for Water Penetration Resistance - ASTM E 1105

Recon Independent Assessments - 866-584-6868 - continues to provide testing and evaluation of newly installed windows, curtain wall, storefront and skylights as a Qualified Third Party Testing Agency.

Recent Field Testing in Orlando Florida provided valuable information to the Project Team charged with delivering a watertight building envelope on a high school replacement project.

The ASTM E 1105 was used to field test for water penetration resistance of installed curtain wall sections.

Contact Recon Independent Assessments to receive a proposal for testing based on your project specifications.

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Building Envelope Testing Courtesy of Mother Nature

Recent storms throughout the Southeast United States have brought with them excessive 24 hour rainfall totals and high winds.

From rooftops and skylights to windows and curtain walls, the water penetration resistance of many structures has been tested in real world conditions that far exceed the test protocols that are typically seen in field quality control testing.

The ASTM E 1105 typically uses a test pressure equivalent to 1/3 the water test pressure used in the laboratory test, ASTM E 331.

After rain events like the ones that have been felt recently, many facilities managers will be looking for the source of unwanted water inside the building envelope.

Recon Independent Assessments has been providing building envelope consulting services to quite a few clients to locate the source of leaks so that the repairs are made accurately.

It is very often diagnosed by owners initially as; "the curtain wall leaked".

In many cases it isn't.

Recon provides a fresh and unbiased set of eyes to evaluate the structure with one goal in mind, finding the responsible component that allowed for water to penetrate the building envelope.

As a Qualified Third Party Testing Agency, we see a lot of conditions during construction that gives us insight into where potential problems may exist.

As providers of Expert Opinions in Construction Litigation we also understand the importance of addressing owners' concerns professionally and accurately.  By being proactive and involving a third party to conduct a post event investigation, many times owners never consider litigation.

Failure to address leaks professionally and successfully can lead to court proceedings.

Recon Independent Assessments is available at considerably less expense in the role of third party moisture intrusion investigation consultant versus as opposing counsel's expert.

Our goal is to pursue the truth.  By seeking it, time and money is always saved.

To learn more about our capabilities and to receive a quote for your specific problem or testing needs, call us anytime:  

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Field Quality Control Testing AAMA 501.2 & ASTM E 1105

Recon Independent Assessments has been busy as summer arrives, bringing along with it more afternoon rains.

From a Senior Assisted Living Facilities, a University Vertical Expansion, a High School Construction Project, a Hospital Vertical Expansion and multiple storm related Moisture Intrusion Investigations, Recon has been providing valuable information to project teams across the State of Florida.

Recon Independent Assessments continues to earn business by pricing services reasonably and delivering stellar service on site.

To learn how our approach to testing as a Qualified Third Party Testing Agency will save your budget and preserve your reputation, contact us today:

866-584-6868

Providing AMMA 501.2 - AAMA 502 - AAMA 503 & ASTM E 1105 & E 783 Field Testing Standards on Projects Nationwide

Expert Reports and Testimony for Construction Defect Litigation Cases Anywhere in America

Post Tropical Storm Water Intrusion Investigation

After the recent wind driven rains of a tropical storm passed, Recon Independent Assessments was contacted to perform a post event investigation after reports of water intrusion by the owner.

The building's fenestration had been subjected to rigorous testing throughout construction, far in excess of what is seen in most specifications.  As a result, the curtain wall and punched openings had a record of having been watertight only months before.

Initial examination on the interior side above the section of curtain wall where water had been seen resulted in observation of staining coming from above the head plate.

After inspection of the brick facade and precast architectural relief above the curtain wall it became apparent that the sole possible source for water to enter into the structure would be through weeps in the masonry.

Water was applied at the weeps in a manner to simulate wind driven rain.  Water was evidenced inside above the curtain wall almost immediately.

Through careful and deliberate analysis of the building envelope's components, Recon was able to provide a course of action to it's client to address the water intrusion event in a professional and reasoned manner.

Despite the best building practices and field quality control testing, Mother Nature can exploit an opening that is designed to keep a structure dry.  If your client reports a water intrusion event after a wind driven rain event, Recon is standing by to document the cause so a repair can be effected and confidence can be restored.

Call anytime to learn how our response is step one in restoring trust and moving towards a solution:

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How Important is Window, Storefront, Skylight & Curtain Wall Testing?

Recently, a comment regarding Quality Control testing in Division 8 struck me odd.  The perception by many owners I was told is that Field Quality Control Testing is a "value added" service, one of the first unnecessary things in a project's specifications that gets "Value Engineered" out as cost savings measures are sought.

Struck me odd...

Odd from this perspective; the most likely call a contractor might receive after turning over a new building  to an owner is the report of a water leak through the building envelope.  The entire reason for shelter in man's world is to keep the elements out and to provide a safe and healthful environment to work and live within.

All manners of required testing and inspection takes place as the building is being completed.  From soils, concrete, and plumbing among others...  Albeit required by code or statute, these tests and inspections would never be omitted.

With the majority of construction defect litigation being the result of water intrusion through the building envelope, it is odd to think that field testing the installed fenestration on a project would be taken out of the specs.  It actually runs counter to the design intent of most buildings, to provide a watertight building envelope.

What is the standard of care on projects you'll complete?  Confirm the integrity of the building envelope or hope the phone never rings?

Affordable Field Testing is a phone call away:

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Division 8 Specifications - Laboratory Testing vs. Field Testing

A few months ago, Recon Independent Assessments provided field quality control testing on a project that was installing both curtain wall and storefront systems.

During the first round of testing, quite a few failures were observed using the ASTM E 1105, the field testing specification called for in the project specifications.

After the installer evaluated the cause of the failures, they conducted remedial work to ensure the installation was watertight.  Re-testing was called for and Recon returned to test the installed systems once again.

Unfortunately, water penetration continued in both systems.

Nearly six months passed without word from the project regarding additional re-testing being scheduled to confirm a second round of remedial work had solved the leaking.

The installer contacted Recon asking questions regarding the test pressures that had been used during the previous field testing.

The project specifications called for a curtain wall that had evidenced water penetration resistance at 12 PSF during laboratory testing using an ASTM E 331.  The project specifications called for the use of the ASTM E 1105 to evaluate the installation in the field.  A knowledgeable professional would know that the ASTM E 1105 requires a test pressure in the field of 2/3 of the pressure used in the laboratory (8 PSF).

Despite documentation detailing the use of the ASTM E 1105 and references to the project specifications that determined the test pressures, the installer was questioning the testing rather than focusing on providing a solution to the failures.

Care in selecting a glazing contractor that understands a project's specifications and has the ability to demonstrate quality work can best prepare your project for success.  Ask for proof of past testing success from the contractor that is bidding, price should not be the only determining factor in awarding a bid.

If you ignore testing or engage contractors that do not understand its importance and you may be seeing this:

In an effort to resolve leaks, an unknown "sealant" was applied within the storefront system.

Despite the addition of the "sealant", leaks continue to plague the project.

Recon Independent Assessments is available to provide continuing education for your staff.  Knowledge is power.  Contact us today to learn how our lunch and learn presentations can lead to higher quality results on your project.

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Liquid Applied Vapor Permeable Air Barrier Testing ASTM E 783

Moultrie Technical College is expanding their campus.

Recon Independent Assessments was selected to provide field testing on the project for building envelope related trades.

An initial test of the vapor permeable air barrier was conducted using an ASTM E 783 field test for air infiltration rate.  The application was successful.

Additional field testing of the liquid applied vapor barrier as well as field testing of the installed fenestration is scheduled in the future.

To Schedule your project with Recon Independent Assessments:

866-584-6868