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Taking Your Building Back To School

Our Building Doctors are on an educational mission! We'll fill you in on everything you need to do to take your building back to school, like the...

Building Envelope

Deck Defense

We're in the thick of summer. When you take that well-deserved break in the shade on your deck, make sure it's not only relaxing, but safe.

Building Envelope

Art of the Rainscreen

Modern building construction has come a long way in terms of efficiency and durability. However, with the increased use of insulation and air-tight...

Building Envelope

Your Building Health & Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so it's more important than ever to find a happy medium with your neighbors.

Building Envelope

Don’t Sweat It

How to properly ventilate your home to keep moisture out. These tips will give you fresh air inside, keep the bad stuff from happening, and you will...

Design

Value Engineering - Building Envelope Design

A common misconception around the construction industry is that you can simply “Value Engineer” something. But what does that term really mean?

For Condo Boards & Managers

Are Condo Board Members Liable for Damages?

Good boards are critical to the successful operation of communities and if we make board members unduly liable for everything, no one would...

For Condo Boards & Managers

Don’t Drink the Sand

A lesson in condo HOA leadership and seeking educational resources you can trust.

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