Wood-framed balconies and terraces can be durable and long lasting; however, exposure to precipitation, especially rain combined with snow melt, presents challenges in design, construction, and maintenance to avoid wood rot and structural failure.
It can be very challenging to predict how much you need to save for upcoming projects. Does your roof replacement cost the same as it would have three years ago? What about your window replacement project looming in the next 10 years?
When a flat roof membrane reaches the end of its service life, you should be beware of new code requirements that will impact the design of your roof assembly.
In our experience, 25+ year old condominium buildings across Ontario are struggling with poor performing windows and have not set aside sufficient funds to pay for major repairs and replacement.
Understanding your underground parking garage and its components, and planning for condition assessments, testing, and periodic repairs are all key steps to a successful garage asset management strategy.
Attics are an important part of your building! Let’s dive deeper into common issues we see in unconditioned attics, what a well-functioning attic can do for you, and what Edison Engineers can do for you!
Understanding your condo fees empowers owners with knowledge to make informed decisions, supports the building of a healthy and vibrant community, and sets a course for long-term stability for your Corporation.
Your parking garage is leaking. Some areas on the ceiling are getting darker and the concrete is beginning to fall off…
How do we stop the water? Is that even the right question to ask?
What’s the right question to ask?
Let’s cover some common window performance issues and discuss possible next steps when it’s time to consider major refurbishment or replacement.
The focus of this article will be on the design and implementation of repairs, including those related to concealed conditions for developing and implementing an effective retrofit solution for the façade.
Knowing now, and planning accordingly, is better than finding out later!
Having a better understanding of the condition of your Common Elements is the best way to mitigate risk of major, unexpected repairs over the long term.
Poor performing older windows are often drafty, they allow significant heat gain in the summer, and are cold in the winter.
Am I really not strong enough to open the doors in my Condo?
When all of these contractors are on site, have you ever stopped to wonder “Who will be responsible for site safety?”. The answer might be “YOU!”.
Determining who is responsible for the costs of repair and maintenance of common elements, such as windows, is a common issue. So - who pays? Fortunately, a recent court case in London, Ontario provides some clarity.
This article will help you understand what climate changes are occurring and how they will impact your buildings and property.
You can drastically increase your chances of running a successful project by following the flexible, scalable, and always reliable four-step Restoration Process.
When performance is measured, performance improves. When performance is measured and reported back, the rate of improvement accelerates.
– Pearson’s Law
Do you know how your building is built? It is important for owners of post-tensioned (PT) buildings to be aware of the structural implications.
It’s that time of year again, the days are shorter, the temperature is cooler, and construction season is over. Wait a minute – contractors are still working?
The beautiful months of winter are upon us! Yes, it’s time to talk about ways of controlling excessive condensation on windows.
