Water Penetration Testing

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Field testing of building exteriors for water penetration, usually simply referred to as “water testing,” is essential for identifying manufacturing and construction defects in windows, doors, skylights, and other openings …

Hurricane Season

Before & After Hurricane Tips For The Gulf Coast Region

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Those who live in the Gulf Coast Region, especially residents of hard-hit areas like Northern Florida, are fairly savvy about preparing for a hurricane. But if it’s been a while …

GCI Consultants on-site Water Infiltration Testing

Responsible Water Infiltration Testing in Construction Defect Cases: You Can Make Anything Leak…But Should You?

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When an expert is called upon to provide testimony in a construction defect case involving water leakage, it’s often assumed that they’ve conducted their testing using ethical, scientifically-backed standards to …