Field Testing & Investigating Leaks / Water Intrusion

We've been busy the past few weeks.

From Florida to Mississippi, we've investigated the causes of leaks in a multi-story municipal building with storefront windows and curtain wall, field tested storefront windows in a new medical center & tested curtain wall and storefront systems in new dormitories on a university campus.

It was our privilege and honor to be able to provide services and solutions for each client.

If you're ready to explore how we can work with your project team, please give us a call.

We work to ensure our costs are reasonable and we deliver value to your bottom line.

407-948-4983 

Trade Coordination & Project Management

Sometimes it seems like a circus on a job site.  This should clear things up and keep the project moving.

Federal Courthouse Water Intrusion Repairs Awarded

Recon Independent Assessments was selected by GSA as Water Intrusion Design Specialists for the Pensacola, Florida Federal Courthouse water intrusion repairs project that is kicking off in September.

Recon will be performing examinations of existing conditions and working closely with the entire team to design and implement solutions that will correct latent issues within the building envelope to prevent future moisture intrusion.

Building Envelope Review - Failure Analysis - Leak Locating - Field Testing - Roof Uplift

Recon has been busy.  From several projects around the Tampa, FL area to Orlando, Gainesville, Jacksonville and Pensacola; we even managed to squeeze in a project up in Virginia over the past few weeks.

Field testing with the ASTM E 1105 / AAMA 502 & 503 has been getting a lot of attention on the ever busy apartment building boom thats ongoing.

Working directly for the owner on a large apartment development is keeping envelope details on track and quality high.  After determining the best configuration of flashing and wrap on a mock-up, its been an ongoing effort to ensure the buildings follow.

Plenty of FM - 152 roof uplift  requests are coming in, it looks like the fall will be busy in that regard.

Don't forget Electronic Vector Mapping is available for live roof installs to ensure no breaches or pinholes exist in the membrane before installing media and live plantings.  Contact us today to get surprised by how affordable we've made it. 407-948-4983.

When the next tropical event happens, we expect to be busy providing cause and origin on leak issues on large custom coastal homes

We've had a few preparing for storm season by ensuring their windows and envelope are tight and ready for the impending wind driven rain of the wet season.

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Field Quality Control ALERT

Nearly every product used in the construction of the building envelope suggests compatibility testing in the field before use.  Its a good practice to follow.  By doing so, you may avoid negative issues downline.

Recently, Recon Independent Assessments conducted an investigation to determine causation of leak issues on an existing structure and subsequently provided field QC while repairs were implemented.

During the repairs phase, evidence of degradation of Blue Skin vapor barrier / waterproofing membrane was noted where it had come into contact with expandable foam insulation.

As one of the last lines of defense beneath the exterior cladding, the damage to the Blue Skin membrane was of great concern.

If you plan to use a spray foam where it will come into contact with a peel and stick membrane of any type, investigate the compatibility of the two substrates to ensure that a latent problem is not being created.

Blue Skin Membrane damaged by Expandable Spray Foam

Additional Blue Skin Areas Damaged Where In Contact With Expandable Spray Foam

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407-948-4983

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Field Quality Control ALERT.

Recon Independent Assessments is uniquely positioned to provide a level of responsiveness that is hard to find in the Building Envelope Consulting community.

When unexpected leaks are reported the clock starts ticking.  Your client wants a solution and they want it immediately.  Often, the quicker you can have experts on site, the sooner you will control the narrative being written regarding your work and reputation.  By bringing in a third party, you'll establish your commitment to providing a resolution for the client in very visible and proactive terms.

Recon Independent Assessments understands the importance of clearly communicating findings to you, our client, and allowing you to manage the situation with actionable and accurate information.  We approach every project with our eyes wide open to ensure that we make observations based on the conditions that exist without allowing distractions to draw us away from the goal of finding the source of the building envelope failure.

Our time tested approach and vast experience in solving water intrusion issues for previous clients arms us with a keen understanding of how various details and construction are susceptible to problems.

We shorten the curve and provide you with the information needed to solve the issue and cure the problem.

From the State of Florida to anywhere in the United States of America, Recon Independent Assessments is available to engage on your project.

Contact us today to discuss your high priority water intrusion issue.  

866-584-6868

Recon has successfully identified numerous water intrusion issues on federal and state owned buildings, healthcare facilities, universities and colleges, and condominiums.  We look forward to putting our experience to work for you.