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Is It Time to Replace Your TPO Roof? Start with the Right Questions
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...
Checklist: Roof Due Diligence Before You Buy
Education, Sample Reports & Downloads, Social Posts
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...
Drones Are One of Many Tools in the Toolkit
Education, Maintenance Inspections, Social Posts
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...
Can You Really Spot All Roof Issues with the Naked Eye?
Education, Maintenance Inspections, Social Posts
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...
How Is Drone Technology Shaping Insurance Claims and Construction Documentation?
Education, Insurance Claims, Maintenance Inspections, Social Posts
Jeff from Structura View talks about how drones and thermal imaging are becoming a well-accepted method in the industry. From insurance claims to property assessments, drones provide cost-effective, efficient, and clear documentation that helps stakeholders make...
Pro Tips for Property Managers Be Proactive: Would You Invest $2K to Save $200K?
Education, Maintenance Inspections, Social Posts
On this podcast episode with Jeff from Structura View, we broke down why preventative maintenance isn’t a cost—it’s an investment. A small upfront expense for a thermal inspection today can prevent massive repair bills, structural damage, and operational downtime in...
Thermal Anomalies Don’t Lie—But What’s Really Going On?
Education, Insurance Claims, Social Posts, Storm Damage
After running a thermal drone scan, Jeff and his team at Structura View identified 121 locations on this massive industrial roof that are suspected to be wet. But thermal data alone isn’t enough—verification is key.Next week, they'll be on-site to confirm moisture...
Is Drone Data Useful If You Don’t Know How to Use It?
Education, Moisture Mapping, Social Posts
In a conversation with Jeff Carrillo from Structura View and Marvin Rosario from Airweb Digital , we broke down why expertise in data interpretation is just as crucial as the drone itself. Whether it’s spotting equipment failures, detecting anomalies, or assessing...
Protecting Your Assets: Rapid Roof Remediation After Hurricane Helene
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping, Storm Damage
On September 26th, Hurricane Helene brought heavy rainfall and destructive winds to Florida, causing significant damage to the roof of a Big Lots store on the state's west coast. The hurricane led to extensive water intrusion, requiring prompt action to prevent...
Rapid Roof Scans & Moisture Assessments When Time Matters
Client Challenge The roofing contractor was tasked with assessing the roof and repairing several leaky areas within a tight budget and short timeframe. Assessment & Results The solution for this client used an expedited roof inspection and leak detection process....
Rapid Roof Review: High-Quality Roof Inspections, Delivered Within Hours of the Completed Inspection
Education, Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping, Social Posts
Rapid Roof Review helps you stay ahead of the competition. This expedited roof inspection and leak detection service paints the roof where moisture or failures were observed on the day of the scheduled investigation and delivers roof inspection images shortly...
Correcting for GPS Errors: Why GPS Correction is Critical When Taking Drone Surveys
Drones capture dozens or even hundreds of images during each survey, with each image file (typically a .jpg or .tiff) containing additional information called metadata. This metadata includes crucial data such as flight altitude, ambient temperature, and precise GPS...
Using Advanced Technology to Detect Hard-to-Find Roof Leaks
Case Studies, Education, Leak Detection
Client Challenge The roofing contractor needed to identify and repair leaks in a roof comprised of a Modified Bitumen membrane over lightweight insulating concrete, layered on a built-up roof with gravel, perlite insulation, and a concrete deck. The primary goal was...
Manufacturing Facility Moisture Scan
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
Client Challenge The two roof systems surveyed are part of a large commercial facility that includes a total of nine main roof sections. These two roof systems have numerous issues, including leaks and internal moisture. The contractor needs to assess the condition of...
Roofing Solutions: Analysis & Testing of Suspected Moisture Intrusion
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
Client Challenge The city was dealing with an aging gravel-ballasted roof prone to leaks during rainy weather. Despite a previous attempt at repair with approximately 1,708 square feet of silicone coating, the data suggests the coating has either failed or was...
Precision in Roof Repair: Strategic Decision-Making
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
Client Challenge The management team faced the challenge of an aging roof with active leaks and tackled the problem with thorough planning and organization. Collaborating with their roofing contractor, StructuraView conducted a comprehensive End-of-Life roof survey...
Proactively Avoiding a Full Roof Replacement
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
Client Challenge The management of this health facility faces the challenge of a failing roof system. Faced with the prospect of an expensive full roof replacement, they are looking for viable alternatives to extend the roof's lifespan. Working with their roofing...
Navigating Roof Choices: Decision-Making at End of Service Life
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
Client Challenge The owner of this service station had been experiencing increasing water leaks, indicating the deteriorating condition of this old roof. After winning the project bid, the contractor asked Structura View to survey the roof's condition to understand...
Making a Case for Making Big Roof Repairs
Hey everyone! Check out our latest case study, where we delve into how a contractor is making a case with moisture analysis and moisture mapping to fix significant roof issues in a city-owned building and going beyond just fixing current leaks, which was the original...
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The Roof Tells a Story. Field Data Turns It Into a Plan.
Property managers and roofing contractors are often stuck in the middle—clients want to save money, but no one’s sure whether the roof can be recovered or needs full replacement. That’s where data changes everything. Moisture scans and validation processes give...
What’s Hiding Behind Your Electrical Panels? How to Spot Issues Before They Fail
Overheated components. Loose connections. Overloaded circuits. These issues are easy to miss with visual inspections—and they’re among the most common causes of electrical fires and emergency shutdowns in commercial and industrial buildings. But they can’t uncover...
The Roof Survey Found a Costly Surprise—But it Came Too Late
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...