Roof Analysis
Understanding the conditions of a particular building and
what is proper in a
given situation is a hallmark of our roof
consulting services. Providing a cost effective, long term
solution to a roofing
problem requires this knowledge of
alternative methods and where their advantages
and
limitations lie.
Becht Engineering Can:
- Maximize the performance and
life of your roof system.
- Provide expertise in managing your
roof system as a major investment.
We Can Help When:
- You need expert troubleshooting.
- Trial and error approaches to recurring
problems prove too costly.
- The integrity of the roof system is in doubt.
We Can:
- Provide immediate
inspection services
to determine the condition of your roof.
- Prepare a roof survey and
necessary flashing details in CAD.
- Have the appropriate
moisture and laboratory testing performed.
- Assist you in determining
a suitable course of action.
- Manage the implementation
of our designs.
Overview of Services
Roof Diagnostics:
- Isolate locations and sources of water infiltration.
- Determination of material, design or system failures.
- Evaluation of available options for corrective procedures.
Roof Replacement:
- Preparation of energy efficient designs for
the proper replacement of your roof.
- Critical flashing details.
- Appropriate material and system selection.
- Bid procurement from qualified contractors.
- Monitoring construction work for compliance
with specifications.
Roof Asset Management:
- Regular maintenance inspections will optimize
the performance of the roof.
- Add years to the life of the roof.
- Life-cycle analysis for the projected estimated
remaining life of the roof.
- Protection of the roof as a long-term investment.
- Capital planning.
- Replacement vs. recover analysis.
Testing Services:
- Infrared scans.
- Extraction of roof cores for analysis.
- Asbestos testing.
- Capacitance moisture testing.
- Water and flood testing.
Types of Roof Systems:
- Shingled - asphalt, wood, slate
- Built-up
- EPDM
- Liquid applied
- SBS/APP modified
- Thermoplastic and PVC
- Green roofing
- Plazas
- Metal

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