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Quote it wrong, and everybody loses. This contractor wouldn't quote until they knew where the water was coming from. Five leaks in a medical building, no clear source, and some of them were dripping with no rain at all. The roofing contractor had to put a price on the...
The roof over a Florida church had reached the end of its life. Several of its steep-slope roof areas were covered in old tiles showing substantial deterioration and damage, and full replacement was the clear recommendation. Normally, that's where the roofer comes in....
On a any construction project, large or small, a lot can go wrong in a single day, and most of it gets covered up before anyone notices. A fastener left out of a metal roof panel. An open hole where a fastener was pulled and never replaced. Loose fasteners left lying...
Determining Responsibility and Managing the Blame Game When a brand-new, multi-million dollar gymnasium starts "raining" from its own ceiling fasteners—putting a pristine hardwood athletic floor at risk of catastrophic damage within months of opening—the financial and...
We tend to measure roof health by a single standard: Is it raining inside? If the ceiling is dry, the drywall has no water rings, and nobody is rushing out with buckets, the roof is assumed to be fine. But waiting for an interior leak to tell you a roof is failing is...
Flat roofs come with unique maintenance challenges, but few are as destructive as chronic ponding water. Following an intense rainfall event, a flat roof recently experienced a catastrophic structural collapse—turning what should have been a routine maintenance item...
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sOvMDHRxIq8 Transcription Jeff with Structure Review and RMS here today. I wanna talk to you guys about the importance of quality assurance. Some people view it as an added expense to a project, but in reality, if you're going to all the...
This inspection used ASTM Standard E1105 window water testing to evaluate window performance under real-world conditions. By applying negative pressure to the interior of the window while spraying water on the exterior, the test simulates wind-driven rain and exposes...
Robbie Lusa of RF Lusa Roofing & Sheet Metal shares why Structura View continues to be a trusted partner on complex projects, including government work. By delivering clear, accurate reports that identify existing conditions before construction begins, Structura...
Michael Black, Vice President of Service & Maintenance at Sutter Roofing, shares how partnering with Structura View helped his team solve a complex leak issue that had stumped investigators for years. By bringing in Structura View’s advanced thermal and moisture...
Springer Peterson Roofing shares how Structura View’s reports deliver more than surface-level insights—they provide clear, detailed data that shows exactly where moisture lies within a roof system. This not only helps contractors present clients with honest,...
Reports tailored for your project's requirements — from quick decisions to complex remediation. Every building has a different story — and each owner or project team has different needs. That’s why Structura View provides three purpose-built reporting options that...
Commercial Roof Drainage Deserves Priority Roof drainage is one of the most overlooked aspects of commercial building design and maintenance. A roof that cannot properly move water away becomes vulnerable to leaks, structural deterioration, and premature failure. Even...
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Electronic leak detection helps contractors, building owners, and insurance professionals locate the source of leaks and validate repairs. While infrared scans are ideal for identifying trapped moisture, high-voltage ELD is a precise, non-invasive method that can...
Get the Commercial Roof Due Diligence Checklist Before Your Next Deal Before you sign, make sure you’ve asked the right questions. This free checklist helps buyers avoid hidden roof problems and costly surprises.👉 Get the FREE Checklist Buying Blind: A Problem Hidden...
We hear this question a lot: “How do I know when it’s time to replace my TPO roof?” It’s a fair—and important—question. But age alone isn’t a reliable indicator. A well-maintained roof can outlast its expected lifespan. Others fail early due to neglect, damage, or...
Roof problems are expensive. Missed ones are worse. This checklist gives buyers and property managers the questions and data points they need to make confident, informed decisions—before signing on the dotted line. Use it during commercial property evaluations to...
In this episode with Jeff Carrillo from Structura View and Marvin Rosario from Airweb Digital , we break down why thermal imaging and drone inspections should always be part of a bigger strategy—not the only tool you rely on.We identify suspected moisture, cracks, or...
Jeff from Structura View showcased a 1.2 million sq. ft. roof, where 121 thermal anomalies were detected—without any visible damage. No heavy discoloration, no obvious repairs—yet something was happening.We also examined an 800,000 sq. ft. roof, where a single...
A Florida facility was dealing with recurring leaks, ponding water and a patched TPO roof rated only "fair." Each leak meant another repair call and another patch. Meanwhile the big question went unanswered: is this a repair job, or a full replacement? For an owner or...
Quote it wrong, and everybody loses. This contractor wouldn't quote until they knew where the water was coming from. Five leaks in a medical building, no clear source, and some of them were dripping with no rain at all. The roofing contractor had to put a price on the...
The roof over a Florida church had reached the end of its life. Several of its steep-slope roof areas were covered in old tiles showing substantial deterioration and damage, and full replacement was the clear recommendation. Normally, that's where the roofer comes in....
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