Jupiter, Fla. (March 18, 2024) – GCI Consultants, a leading provider of building envelope engineering and consulting services, is pleased to announce its recent approval as a Miami-Dade County Approved …
The Importance of Construction Monitoring in Building Envelope Projects
Contributing Authors: Stephanie Laing and Shauna Serafini, RWC, FRMPC In the realm of construction projects, the term “construction monitoring” can raise questions about its necessity, especially when a general contractor …
GCI Consultants Achieves FGIA Accreditation as a Certified AAMA Field Test Agency
Jupiter, Fla. (Sept. 27, 2023) – GCI Consultants, a leader in building envelope engineering and consulting, is proud to announce its recent accreditation as a certified AAMA Field Test Agency, …
The Economics of Building Envelope Testing: Cost vs. Long-Term Benefits
Contributing Authors: Stephanie Laing and Shauna Serafini, RWC, FRMPC In the fast-paced world of construction, management decisions often require a quick balancing of budget constraints with the desire for building …
Building Owners’ Overview of Concrete Overspray
As experts in building envelopes, our team has first-hand experience with the damaging effects of nearby construction and restoration projects that result in concrete overspray, which can have costly consequences. …
When to Hire an Expert Witness for Construction Defect Litigation
Construction defect litigation is complex. Understanding how and why construction defects occur requires a rare combination of construction knowledge, technical know-how, and litigation expertise. As a result, attorneys often rely …
New Construction Quality Assurance Water Testing
During the construction of a project, water testing is performed on glazing systems in the field to verify they are meeting the project requirements set forth by the owner and …
A Public Adjuster’s Advice: Navigating Hurricane Property Damage
The damage caused by Hurricane Ian is heartbreaking and economically difficult. The Southeastern United States is still assessing the total damage left by Hurricane Ian; but as of today, it …
Should I Replace My Windows? Advice From GCI
Windows are one of the most integral components of your home or building. At GCI, we’re experts in everything that makes up your building envelope – the barrier between the …
How to Prepare Your Home for Weather Disasters
There’s significant evidence that weather-related disasters are on the rise. In 2020, the United Nations published a report that examined the number of disasters, as well as the ensuing lives …