Buildings are complicated and when something goes wrong it can be hard to know where to start. The internet is filled with confusing and conflicting information. Different people will tell you different things. Often “the way it’s always been done” is the wrong way.
So, we started a company and made a website to fix that.
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I’m just looking for some information…
A lot of firms’ websites are basically fancy online billboards. They have bold graphics and project highlights but not too much useful information. They’re static, updated every few years during the latest rebranding exercise. They’re advertising, not a living, breathing, extension of the firm.
We want our website to provide value and build community.
We’ve built a learning hub to gather all of our educational content, from online and offline. Check it out below.
Why should you trust us?
We are a team of building science fanatics with decades of experience, including at some of the most well-respected engineering and consulting firms in the world. We’ve seen a whole lot of buildings.
Learn more about our team.
At the same time we care deeply about actually solving your problem. We don’t want to just go through the motions, “doing what we can do” and letting the chips fall where they may. When the chips fall in the wrong spot we see that as opportunity for improvement.

What people are saying…
I have worked with Matt Copeland and gotten advice from him over the past five years of knowing each other. He is an expert in the field and extremely knowledgeable regarding any type of building enclosure question. Whether you have a large commercial building with extensive water damage, a roof issue, or a small residential … Read more Jennifer Flanders
Your direct, honest and low-key non-confrontational approach was a breath of fresh air.
Emerald House Studio recently consulted with BEC on a church renovation project. The building envelope review we received was very thorough, and Sean was super helpful when I followed up with a few questions months after receiving their comments, as the project had temporarily been on hold. I’m impressed by their prompt communication and clear … Read more Megan Downing (Emerald House Studio)
We hired Copeland to consult on some issues with my residential property. Matt was highly professional and knowledgeable and this service was of high value in determining our path forward to resolve the issues at our home.
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