So, what is Blower Door Testing? A blower door test measures and identifies air leakage in a building using a special door that looks like a box fan and has airflow and pressure measuring devices inside it. Running the fan at different settings simulates different conditions and helps identify air leakage rates and locations. Why do […]
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Project Spotlight: Masonry Restoration at St. Norbert’s Catholic Church, Roxbury, Wisconsin
Substantial Masonry Restoration Effort St. Norbert’s Catholic Church engaged BEPG in 2017 to complete a building envelope assessment of the entire church. Amongst other concerns, the church reported that they had been experiencing masonry falling from the tower, leading to life-safety fears for parishioners entering the church. BEPG quickly moved to have a protective canopy […]
Need to Focus on Quality Workmanship
It is a given that building owners want fewer leaks and building envelope problems. Contractors and designers want fewer callbacks, and manufacturers want fewer warranty claims. While the industry continues to focus on materials to improve installation efficiency, it needs to improve training and quality assurance. Like other construction industries, the building envelope industry is […]
