Water Intrusion Investigation Success

Recon Independent Assessments mobilized to Jacksonville, FL to perform diagnostic testing and examination of an existing building on the campus of University of North Florida in support of the Architect that is contracted by Facilities Maintenance to provide design services for repairs.

University of North Florida Campus

Once we had talked with the occupants of the building to understand the history and nature of the ongoing water intrusion problem, we began systematically investigating the building envelope components to isolate the cause of water reaching the interior, interrupting the staff's ability to work.

Water Testing To Determine Source of Leak

We were able to locate several issues that need to be addressed to arrest the water intrusion problem.

Problem Identified

Documentation of the issues, including pictures was completed and transmitted the following day.

Our relationships are built on results.

Its results like we delivered at UNF this week that has lead to us being involved on numerous similar projects there over the years.

Call us today to learn how we can become your go to solution provider when water intrusion affects your school, business, church, condo or home.

Building A Better Envelope In 2015

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Recon Independent Assessments finished off the last quarter of 2014 strong, helping multiple project teams with anything from providing bid information, testing newly installed windows, curtain wall and storefront to providing investigation and design assistance on a structure that has been plagued with water intrusion issues for years.  While others had conducted studies and implemented "solutions", we are able to definitively identify the issues that were continuing to allow for water intrusion and are currently involved in the design fixes to remedy the issues.

Recon Independent Assessments has been focused on providing superior service to its clients over the years and 2014 was no different.  Our approach, which involves principals on-site on all of our projects ensures that the most experience can be brought to bear to flesh out the issues or to conduct testing seamlessly.

If you're experiencing problems with a building that requires identification of all of the issues the first time, give us a call.

We are determined to continue or successful ways in 2015, we hope you'll allow us to join you in yours.

While most of our projects are generated by repeat clients or their referrals, we always welcome new ones.

Call us to discuss your project needs and to learn how affordable our rates are.  As a Small Business our low overhead translates into savings on your project.

AAMA 501.2 Field Quality Control Check

Building Envelope Examination & QC Review

TPO Roof Installation QC Examination

EIFS Review & Quality Control Examination

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Reputation Insurance - A 15 Minute Phone Call...

Mother Nature will come calling and provide a real & dynamic QC check after the building is occupied by the owner.

The importance of field quality control in Division 8 can not be overlooked.

Over 80% of construction related claims involve water intrusion through the building envelope.

Wind Driven Rain is a Reality

Waterproofing details are important.

Testing Early in the Project Sets the Bar for Quality.

Recon Independent Assessments provides comprehensive services to make your next building envelope  and components a watertight success.  Beginning with Design Review & Mock-Up Testing and continuing through the project with FQC visits and Field Testing, Recon will partner with your team to enhance the final result.  We view the project with a concentration on the details that our experience identifies as potential problems that could exist or be created.

With typical cost of less that 1% of most project budgets, we provide the most affordable Reputation Insurance available.

Contact is easy:

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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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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.

Division 8 Field Quality Control & Failure Analysis

Recon Independent Assessments responds to any location in the United States to provide diagnostic investigative consulting services to determine why building envelope components have failed.

Recon's deliberate approach to the investigative process allows us to uncover even the most difficult to find moisture intrusion points of origin.

If your project requires answers to hard to locate moisture intrusion issues, we are standing by ready to assist.

Contact us today.

407-948-4983

Recon Independent Assessments will provide your team actionable intelligence on where your building envelope failures originate.

We succeed where others have failed.

Contact us today with your hard to locate moisture intrusion problems.

We'll lead the way to resolving them.

407-948-4983

Recon Independent Assessments

Project Offices Nationwide

Building Envelope Consulting - Design Review - Mock-Up Testing - Field Quality Control

Recon has the experience to ensure your project is a success.  Available nationwide, we deploy assets as needed to support projects from the design phase, mock-up examination and testing, to construction field quality control examination and testing.

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Building Envelope Consultants

Project Offices Nationwide

Composite Metal Panel Sealant Joint Profile

Composite Metal Panel at Curtain Wall Detail

Skylight at Metal Panel Detail

Skylight at Roof Membrane Details

Roof Uplift Testing to Confirm Membrane Installation Quality

Operable Windows at Punched Opening Performance Testing

ASTM E 1105 Field Testing of Newly Installed Operable System

Field Quality Control Examination Locates Missing Fasteners & Possible Intrusion Point

Building Envelope Consulting from Design to Construction

Building Envelope Consulting from Design to Construction at Government Facility

On-site Detail Examination

Identification of Problematic Details Avoids Future Problems

Municipal Facility Design Review and Testing for Building Envelope

 We've supported projects from all along the East Coast to as far West as Hawaii.  Our scheduling flexibility and responsiveness to issues encountered during the project has continued to build our success while delivering insightful and valued observations that keep the goal of delivering a watertight building on target.

Contact us today to learn how our affordable and timely services can benefit your project.  From design review through project completion, Recon will be alongside your project team every step of the way.

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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.