Spring is a time of renewal: baby birds, tulips, and… building envelope condition assessments? After months of snow loads, wind-driven rain, ice dams, and freeze-thaw cycles, our buildings in northern climates need some TLC. The spring months offer a window of opportunity to inspect and address roof, wall, window, and foundation issues before they escalate. Early detection and repair can extend the lifespan of building components, enhance energy efficiency, and maintain occupant comfort and safety.
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Passive House Crash Course
Passive House projects are at the forefront of a transition in the AEC industry, as high performance building standards are becoming increasingly popular.
In this post by CopelandBEC consultants Gert Guldentops and Autumn Dean, you will get a crash course introduction to Passive House.
Read more50x ROI for Doing it Right
While kick-out flashing has been required by code for over a decade, CopelandBEC frequently sees instances of incorrect installation or, worse yet, omission altogether. We recently worked on a condominium community where the latter yielded costly consequences.
Read moreHeidi Ellsworth — Women in Roofing, A Family Industry, Innovation (Episode #10)
In the latest episode, Matt Copeland and Chelsey Line are joined by industry leader Heidi Ellsworth, who brings over 25 years of experience in roofing sales, marketing, and community building. Heidi, a founding member of National Women in Roofing (NWIR) and partner at RoofersCoffeeShop, shares her career journey, insights on empowering women in roofing, and her vision for the industry’s future.
FM 1-52 Uplift Testing and Visual Construction Observation (VCO)
Many roof replacement projects on FM-insured buildings are required to demonstrate performance via either field uplift testing or full-time onsite visual construction observation (VCO) by a qualified professional. This post has the info you need to understand the requirements and options.
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