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...
Moisture Mapping
Moisture mapping supports insurance claims, locates hard-to-find leaks, and helps determine whether a roof needs repair, replacement, or coating—while also aiding in warranty compliance.
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The Roof Tells a Story. Field Data Turns It Into a Plan.
Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping, Social Posts
Every roof tells a different story. Field moisture scans, targeted verifications, and documented photos replace assumptions with facts—so owners and contractors can align on scope, sequence, and budget before work begins. https://youtu.be/j3NhZvPgPpo Transcript: Here...
Analyzing 121 Thermal Anomalies Across a Monolithic Roof
Insurance Claims, Leak Detection, Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping, Social Posts, Storm Damage
Jeff Carrillo from Structura View and Marvin Rosario from Airweb Digital , discussed a recent project where 121 thermal anomalies were detected on a monolithic 1.2 million sq. ft. roof system. What’s interesting? No visible damage, no heavy discoloration, and no...
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...
Protect Your Client’s Roof from Summer Sun & Storms with a Quick Roof Maintenance Checklist
Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping
Spring Cleaning on Commercial Roofs: Catching Moisture Issues Before They Turn Critical. Image Captured and Outlines Painted During a Recent Structura View Survey. Commercial roofs benefit from professional attention to prepare for the challenges of summer. From...
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 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...
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...
38% Roof Moisture Intrusion Guides Replacement Decision
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
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...
Assessing Long-Term Degradation of Insulation for a Liquid Propane Tank
Case Studies, Education, Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping
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...
18 Story Facade Survey: 2,800 Defects Identified
Case Studies, Education, Moisture Mapping
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...
A Guide to Low-Slope Roof Moisture & Leak Detection Testing
Education, Leak Detection, Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping
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...
Protecting Commercial Roofs with Moisture Mapping
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...
Say “YES” to More Roofing Jobs Even During Worker Shortages
Education, Leak Detection, Maintenance Inspections, Moisture Mapping
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...
How Moisture Mapping of Commercial Building Enclosures Helps Your Insurance Claim
Education, Insurance Claims, Moisture Mapping
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...
How Moisture Mapping Helps Locate Roof Leaks
Education, Leak Detection, Moisture Mapping
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...
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Small Areas of Hidden Moisture Can Create Major Costs
When dealing with a roof that spans 30,000 sq. ft., even small areas of hidden moisture can create major costs if left unchecked. Structura View was called in to perform a large-scale assessment of this expansive system, comprised of a modified bitumen membrane,...
Pre-Purchase Roof Inspection: Protect Buyers, Prevent Seller Surprises
In Orlando, Structura View was called in to perform a moisture scan on a 30,000-sq.-ft. roof in Orlando before a change in ownership. By conducting a full moisture analysis, Structura View provided the purchasing team with critical data on the roof’s condition and...
Free Checklist: Roof & Facade Drainage QC Checklist
Drainage is often the weak link. Even when the roof membrane performs, failures at drains can let water into wall framing and roof systems. Regular checks and documentation help catch these failures before they turn into major repairs. Turn routine drainage checks...



















