The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (FoC) specializes in building façade inspections. Facades serve both practical and aesthetic functions, and our specialists evaluate their condition, advising property owners on the actions needed to repair or preserve their performance and appearance.
What is a Building Façade?
A façade is the exterior face of a building, often including elements such as windows, doors, and cladding comprised of various materials, including:
- Metal
- Glass
- Concrete
- Brick
Facades serve as protective barriers, shielding building interiors and occupants from environmental elements such as rain, wind, sunlight, and extreme temperatures.
About Our Facade Inspections
Our façade evaluation professionals combine their formal education, field experience, and training to conduct thorough façade inspections. Our façade inspections often include the following services:
- Visual surveys
- Infrared thermography
- Dielectric testing
- Conductivity testing
When combined, these inspection methods allow inspectors to determine a building facade’s ability to do the following:
- Provide insulation
- Withstand water intrusion and moisture buildup
- Maintain energy efficiency and durability
How Often Building Facade Inspections Occur?
Routine facade inspections preserve the safety, longevity, and aesthetic appeal of buildings. The information and data gathered during inspections help property owners and maintenance professionals develop proactive maintenance plans that minimize the likelihood of abrupt failures and costly emergency work. Many US cities require routine facade inspections for buildings over a certain height to ensure their long-term durability and safety.
Failure to conduct routine façade inspections can allow minor issues to escalate into serious safety and liability hazards. Cracks, loose cladding, ineffective sealants, and hidden moisture intrusion can go unnoticed for extended periods, increasing the risk of falling debris, water damage, and costly emergency repairs. Deferred inspections also undermine the long-term performance of a building facade, which can shorten its service life and result in violations of local ordinances.
Contact Us
Submit an online service request or call +1 (888)-287-5227 to learn more about our building façade inspection services.
