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A failure has occurred, and a solution is needed
Are you seeking to avoid a problem you experienced with a previous building envelope?
Do you have questions concerning in-place concrete strength?
Has your building been damaged by wind, snow, flood, or an earthquake?
Is your façade failing due to weathering or other causes?
Are you receiving your inspections reports in a timely manner?
Would your structure benefit from pre-event risk assessments to better withstand natural hazards?
Does your building leak and do you want to know why, and how to correct it?
Is your current project of a type you are not overly familiar with or one that requires enhanced detailing due to local requirements or unique situations?
Is your concrete structure deteriorating and showing signs of distress, such as concrete cracking or spalling?
Does your project require building envelope quality assurance testing or building enclosure commissioning?
Are efflorescence or unsightly stains marring your building?
Do you have unknown conditions to verify?
Have construction document inconsistencies led to confusion and possible cost overruns?
Are you dealing with a product defect issue?
Do you need assistance determining the cause and/or responsibility for a failure in a structural or non-structural building assembly?
Do you have a problem with your post-tensioned structure, such as failed strands or anchorages, corroding strands, or broken wires?
Does your post-tensioned parking structure or bridge have corroding or exposed reinforcing steel?
Have your past projects been plagued with site cost overruns?
Is your occupancy permit at risk of delay due to unresolved construction deficiencies?
Does your structure or facility need a comprehensive condition assessment?
Are you sure your masonry wall is grouted and reinforced?
Is your slope or retaining wall failing?
Is your building showing signs of settlement?
Do you need assistance with catastrophic water or wind damage and/or leakage following a significant weather event?
Are the inspectors on your project site competent and properly certified?