At The Thompson & Lichtner Co., Inc., we take pride in our comprehensive suite of consulting services specifically designed to address weatherproofing — moisture intrusion, air leakage, and water penetration — in commercial building enclosures. With over 70 years of accumulated weatherproofing experience, our dedicated team is committed to understanding your unique needs and is ready to guide you every step of the way. Below is a sample of the building enclosure weatherproofing consulting services that we offer.
Building Enclosure Weatherproofing Condition Assessments
Do you truly know the weatherproofing health of the building that you are considering owning, already own, or that you are managing? Thompson & Lichtner examines building enclosure elements (roofing, windows, sealants, etc.) and provides you with a detailed report listing any potential or existing issues found. We also formulate a plan of approach to repairs, taking into consideration their order of importance, your budget, and time concerns. Knowledge is key: know what you own and manage.
Technical Specifications Development – Facades and Roofing Weatherproofing
The Thompson & Lichtner team provides a project-specific list of repair work information tailored to the existing building systems and field conditions. We mark repair locations on CAD drawings for reference and ease of targeted repair and develop a recommended timeline with quality control provisions. Clear specifications reduce change orders, contractor ambiguity, and performance risk.
Cost Estimating for Weatherproofing
Answer the most pressing question with accuracy: what should your weatherproofing budget be for your building enclosure? Thompson & Lichtner professionals will research and develop estimated costs associated with the work you need and present you with a Cost Estimating Report. This report supports reserve studies, capital improvement planning, and funding approvals.
Request for Proposal (RFP) Development and Contractor Selection
We prepare comprehensive RFP packages and assist in contractor prequalification to ensure qualified, technically competent bidders. Take this time-consuming task off your plate quickly with our consulting.
Preventive Weatherproofing Maintenance Consulting for Building Enclosures
The longer repairs are not addressed, the greater the cost to repair them. Save yourself funds, time, and future headaches with preventive weatherproofing maintenance consulting. To begin, Thompson & Lichtner professionals examine roof, windows, and the exterior façade of your building for water infiltrations, air leakage, moisture intrusion, and energy loss potential. We then provide a report with findings and a timeline of repairs. Health and safety depend upon timely building enclosure maintenance.
Pre-Construction Contractor Walk-Throughs
Prior to project commencement we conduct onsite scope review meetings to ensure clarity of repair intent and performance expectations. We then develop a report detailing the walk-through. Knowing exactly what to expect assists with managing and increases chances of a successful outcome.
Façade Peer Reviews and Specifications Analyses
Our professionals review drawings and specifications that others have prepared for you to ensure that all aspects of your project are properly addressed. Results are documented in an Analysis Report provided for you.
Building Enclosure Weatherproofing Consulting Facts
- Building enclosure failures are one of the leading causes of litigation, operational disruption, and unplanned capital expenditure.
- Successfully weatherproofing the building enclosure of a commercial building requires the knowledge, expertise, and experience of professional consulting.
- Thompson & Lichtner provides objective, technically rigorous building enclosure consulting that protects your building, its occupants, and your investment. We are here to support your weatherproofing efforts with reliable unbiased information that will enable you to make the best decisions possible for your properties.
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