Building envelope consulting services
Building enclosures rely on the interaction of roofs, walls, windows, doors, waterproofing, air barriers, and adjoining details. A focused assessment can help establish likely sources of problems and the additional information needed to define a repair scope.
Water intrusion investigations
Observations and assessment of conditions associated with reported leaks and moisture entry.
Enclosure condition assessments
Review of accessible building envelope components and pertinent construction details.
Weatherproofing consultation
Support for developing or reviewing repair approaches and continuity of weather-resistive details.
Weatherization improvements
Consultation related to draft reduction, sealing, and enclosure performance within the agreed project scope.
An investigation starts with the symptom
Useful background includes the location and timing of a leak or draft, when the problem first appeared, any prior repair attempts, and photographs of affected areas. Depending on the condition, further testing, opening of finishes, or specialty consultation may be recommended. This service is not advertised as energy auditing or certified testing unless such services are expressly included in an engagement.
Questions we often discuss
Can you assess a leak around a window or roof connection?
We can review the reported condition and determine an appropriate investigation scope, including whether specialty testing or additional investigation is needed.
Do you offer weatherization consultation for existing buildings?
Yes, for project-specific building enclosure and weatherization questions that fit the offered consulting scope.
Do you also work on structural issues?
Yes. Purdue Associates also offers structural engineering consulting, subject to the requirements and scope of each project.