In the evolving landscape of building envelope performance, field testing is a cornerstone of ensuring durability, performance, and occupant safety. As a building envelope consulting firm accredited as a certified …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
On the “Everything Building Envelope” podcast, host Paul Beers and his guest James LaGreca discussed everything you need to know about that looming 40-year building recertification date, demystifying the process with some solid information and good advice.
James LaGreca is Director of Operations for DSS Condo, a subdivision of Development Services Solutions, a leading construction management firm in Florida. James has a Master of Architecture degree and also teaches Structural Systems at Florida International University.
GCI Consultants Deploys Drones for Safer, Smarter Consulting in the Construction Industry “Air GCI has received its operating certificate from the FAA and is beginning flights….” Picture this: Before the …
At Procacci Development Corporation, one of South Florida’s leading development, construction and management companies, they take hurricane protection seriously. In fact, the company has developed a reputation for constructing and …
Hurricane season is a reminder about the importance of planning when constructing a building. Storm hardening, or building-in protection against high-wind damage, has become an increasing priority for many owners …