Science. Expertise.Better Buildings.
We provide building science consulting services that help create high-performance, durable, and sustainable buildings.
Our Services
We partner with architects, owners, developers, and contractors to deliver practical, evidence-based solutions for every stage of a building's lifecycle.
Building Envelope Consulting
Comprehensive consulting to ensure the durability, efficiency, and integrity of your building across roofing, cladding, glazing, and waterproofing systems.
- Design reviews and detailing
- Field inspections & quality assurance
- BCBC & NBCC code compliance
- Air leakage, water intrusion & thermal bridging solutions
- New construction, restoration & retrofit
New Construction Consulting
Support for the design and implementation of high-performance building envelopes, collaborating with architects, developers, and builders.
- Design reviews & envelope specifications
- Submittal reviews & RFI responses
- Field reviews & mock-up inspections
- Water penetration & blower door testing
- Annual inspections, warranty reviews & manuals
Renovations, Restorations & Repairs
Restoration and repair of aging or failing envelopes across wood, steel, concrete, window-wall, and heritage buildings.
- Condition assessments & repair strategies
- Rainscreen cladding, window & roofing design
- Waterproofing for balconies, decks & parkades
- Tender preparation & administration
- Field reviews, leak testing & project management
Whole Building Air Leakage Testing
Blower door testing to verify airtightness for new and existing buildings, ensuring compliance with the BC Energy Step Code and NECB.
- Quantitative air leakage testing (ASTM E779, CAN/CGSB 149.10)
- Infrared thermal imaging to pinpoint leaks
- Compliance verification for code & performance targets
- Improved comfort, efficiency & durability
Energy Modeling
BC Energy Step Code compliance modeling for Part 3 and Part 9 buildings, delivering cost-effective energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Step Code / ASHRAE / NECB / City of Vancouver compliance
- Net-Zero & LEED energy modeling
- GHG & CleanBC sustainability compliance
- Thermal bridging calculations
- EnerGuide, Energy Star & CHBA Net Zero
Building Envelope Condition Assessments
Thorough evaluations of existing envelopes to identify water intrusion, air leakage, thermal deficiencies, and deterioration.
- Visual inspections & moisture testing
- Infrared thermal imaging
- Detailed reports with repair & maintenance recommendations
Roofing & Waterproofing Consulting
Guidance for new and existing roofing systems to ensure watertight, durable, code-compliant assemblies per BCBC and RCABC standards.
- Roofing condition reviews
- Maintenance plans
- Leak investigations
- Waterproofing design & detailing
Thermal Imaging & Diagnostics
Infrared thermal imaging to detect hidden deficiencies within building envelopes, aligned with ASTM C1060 and ISO 6781.
- Moisture intrusion detection
- Air leakage & thermal bridging
- Insulation deficiencies
- Clear insights for maintenance & optimization
Project Management & Contract Administration
Oversight from inception to completion to keep your project on time, on budget, and compliant.
- Submittal, RFI & shop drawing reviews
- Pay application oversight
- Field reviews & performance testing
- Documentation & reporting
Third-Party Warranty Reviews & Manuals
Warranty reviews to identify defects before periods expire, plus custom maintenance manuals to extend service life.
- 12-month, 15-month & 2-5-10 year reviews
- Non-destructive testing
- Detailed reports with recommendations
- Custom maintenance manuals
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We'd love to hear about your project and explore how we can help you achieve high performance building outcomes.
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