We solve building envelope problems.
Roof leaks, window leaks, cracked masonry, peeling paint, roof blow off – all of these building envelope failures often result in significant inconvenience and financial impact. We focus on quickly diagnosing the root cause of the problem and recommending practical, durable solutions.Read more Building Envelope Investigations
Old buildings have stories to tell. They are also often able to provide useful service for decades to come, at a lower cost than replacing them with new structures. We specialize in restoration of deteriorated building envelopes to extend the useful life of existing buildings.Read more Building Envelope Restoration and Repair
We know that architects are busy and have a whole lot to worry about. We can take the load off when it comes to building envelope design. We focus on the challenging details: those transitions and coordination nightmares that are often the source of problems down the road.Read more Building Envelope Design Consulting
Interested in construction, architecture and building performance? Like the idea of spending time on construction sites and helping people solve unique problems in creative ways?
Copeland Building Envelope Consulting is looking for someone to join our growing team and we want to talk with you!
Here are some details about the position.
Read moreCopeland Building Envelope Consulting is thrilled to announce that Edward Farrington has joined the firm as a Senior Project Manager. Mr. Farrington brings to the practice over 25 years of experience in the building enclosure and architecture field.
Edward applies his knowledge and skill to construction administration, investigation, condition survey, peer review, building renovation, rehabilitation, historic restoration and new building design. Edward’s experience covers a wide variety of building and project types where he has developed innovative solutions to his clients’ unique building problems.
We’re excited to expand our capacity to serve our clients and we look forward to Edward’s contributions as a leader in the firm and in the industry. Welcome to the team, Ed!
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our community, and the world at large, we wanted to clearly communicate the steps Copeland Building Envelope Consulting is taking in response.
We are open for business. However, we have modified the ways in which we provide services as described in our COVID-19 Plan.
You can read about our COVID-19 Plan here.
We’ll be updating the plan periodically as circumstances change.
Condominium building envelope projects can be some of the most rewarding work we do. We love connecting directly with residents, the people that live in the spaces every day, and helping them to make their buildings work better.
Condo projects also have their own unique challenges. We wanted to share tips from our experience to make your next condo building envelope project go more smoothly.
The importance of communication during condo building envelope projects simply cannot be overstated. The community is the aspect of condominium work that sets it apart from most other construction projects.
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An oft-overlooked characteristic of building materials is stability when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light (i.e. sunlight ☀️). Some building materials are specifically intended for long term exposure to UV light, but many are not. Those that are not often have limited periods of time for which they remain stable when exposed to UV, and after that time they may degrade to the point that performance is reduced.
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The Town of Brookline, Massachusetts Building Department requires periodic inspections for multi-family residential buildings in the town. The inspections are required every 5 years, and it is the building owner’s responsibility to apply for inspection and certification.
As part of the application process, the building owner is required to submit reports from experts who have evaluated certain building systems. Among the building systems that must be evaluated every 5 years in Brookline is the facade (exterior walls) including parapets for masonry buildings over 2 stories. The intent of this requirement is to identify and address any falling hazards that may exist.
Per the Brookline Building Commissioner:
…a Facade/Parapet certification for masonry buildings 3 stories or higher must be prepared and submitted by a Licensed Professional (i.e. Structural Eng., Architect) to the Building Department.
Brookline Building Commissioner
To meet Brookline’s requirements the building owner must submit an Application for Certificate of Inspection available from the Town of Brookline Building Department website. Expert reports are to be submitted along with the application.
If you’re a Brookline building owner we would be happy to help with this required facade and parapet certification. Contact us to discuss options or to setup an inspection.