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 …
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 …
Why Hire a Building Envelope Consultant?
We value buildings because they provide shelter and protect us from exterior elements like water, air, and noise – and that protection is exactly what a properly maintained building envelope …
Water Leakage Investigative Testing – Dos and Don’ts
Building damage caused by uncontrolled water penetration through exterior walls is a serious concern of owners, contractors, architects and product manufacturers. When a building owner has experienced water intrusion into …
Understanding The Importance Of Your Building Envelope
A building envelope is the component that separates the exterior of the building from the interior. It’s the shell of the building, and as such, it is a key consideration …
Water Penetration Testing
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 …
Getting Real about Restoration Services
The “Everything Building Envelope” podcast recently treated listeners to a riveting discussion between host Derek Segal, a senior member of GCI Consultants, and Ken Larsen, a third-party evaluator with the …