Moisture mapping can help you with the insurance claims process, locate difficult leaks, determine if a roof is still serviceable or should be considered for repair, replacement, a roof over or coating, help comply with warranty requirements, and more.
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Client Challenge The owner of the building faced recurring leaks within the premises, prompting the engagement of a local roofing company to address the issue. However, to effectively tackle the problem, the roofing contractor required comprehensive data on the...
Client Challenge Refrigerated steel shell storage tanks*, commonly used for substances like Propane Liquid Gas (PLG), require stringent temperature and pressure control to maintain their integrity. Over time, the insulation in these tanks can degrade, leading to...
Client Challenge The client faced water leaks within their 18-story building, likely stemming from facade deterioration. Their goal was to pinpoint potential sources of moisture intrusion. Additionally, the city's green initiative, focused on energy efficiency, added...
Commercial roofs, with their various forms and constructions, play a critical role in safeguarding buildings from the elements. However, over time, moisture can silently undermine their integrity. To mitigate this risk, we rely on specific tools to detect moisture. In...
Moisture mapping is a precise process that involves various techniques, tools, and validation methods to detect and confirm water damage. The resulting moisture map provides a highly accurate visual representation of moisture locations on your roof. These areas can be...
Strategies to Overcome Worker Scarcity and Optimize Roofing Operations Roofing worker shortages have been a challenge for quite some time and according to current research, there's no end in sight. The impact of this labor shortage forces roofing contractors to...
Moisture mapping can identify isolated damage to a roof. It can reveal wind-driven water damage, and other types of water intrusion damage within the roofing system. When it comes to filing and processing commercial insurance claims, it can be a long drawn out...
Once a low sloped or flat roof ages, difficult leaks and maintenance problems become a nightmare to track down and properly repair. Traditional methods of finding a leak involves studying where the leak is coming through to the inside of the building and then walking...
Moisture mapping is a highly beneficial service utilized in the commercial roofing industry for various applications such as helping to track down leaks, it can be a productive quality control check, help calculate the amount of moisture damage present to determine...
The IR Aerials team was asked to immediately get our boots on the ground and drones in the air to start assessing property conditions after Hurricane Ida passed through. Our team has made multiple trips to Louisiana providing rapid response condition assessments and...
Every day, your exterior walls and roof (the building envelope) take a beating from the sun, wind, rain, and whatever else mother nature decides to throw its way. These structures ensure that your employees and your business can continue to operate safely and...
Oftentimes, we are asked to conduct inspections of commercial roofs to detect internal moisture damage when an insurance claim needs to be processed. Whether we are representing an insurance carrier or a policyholder, we always work hard to provide the highest-quality...
For this case study, we worked alongside a Fort Lauderdale-based commercial roofing contractor that specializes in repairing and replaces large commercial roofs. The roof that we inspected was a nearly 6,500 square manufacturing facility in Chester, SC. The known...
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...
Advise clients to use drones and cameras to capture post-storm roof conditions. Providing thermal images along with traditional photos helps in documenting hidden damage and supporting insurance claims.
Assist clients in securing rooftop equipment such as HVAC units, solar panels, and exhaust vents. Offering this as a last-minute service can prevent additional storm damage and protect their property.
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