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Moisture Surveys are conducted by trained and experienced individuals who are familiar with roofing and building science.  Moisture surveys should be done in accordance with published standards and should be presented in properly formatted reports as recognized by ASTM and other independent standards agencies.

Moisture surveys are conducted using various equipment in both non-destructive and destructive methods to locate and then confirm excessive moisture trapped within the roof or building envelope. 

Excessive moisture will reduce the life span of the roof and building, cause  air quality issues inside the building, reduce building thermal efficiency, and greatly reduce the overall life span of the structure and its components. 

 Moisture mapping provides a detailed description of where, and to what extent that your roof and/or walls are holding water.  Accurate mapping is critical in budgeting and executing a roofing project.  Incorrect information or poorly mapped projects will lead to the unnecessary and costly removal of dry and acceptable materials (expensive) OR to missing wet materials and leaving them in place to accelerate roof system degradation, causing premature failure of the new roof system.

These are written reports reflecting the current, visible rooftop condition.  These reports provide the building owner or manager a third party opinion of their roofs condition and can be valuable when negotiating insurance claims, litigation, evaluating roof repair/replace bids, purchasing property, or as a part of your annual roof maintenance plan. 

For owners and managers of public and commercial properties we can provide a baseline inspection report for all of your properties.  GCI will then prioritize your roof needs based on condition, budget, and other important factors.  GCI can also include annual inspections as well as post storm event inspections in order keep, or return properties to service as efficiently as possible.

Quality Assurance is a necessary component of construction projects these days.  With litigation costs escalating, material and labor cost cutting at every level, lack of skilled trades, and project timelines being compressed - it is critical for someone to be focused solely on project quality.  An independent Quality Assurance Inspector (QAI) works for the owner.  They observe the project and keep a written and photographic record of the work and materials.  QAI are skilled professionals and should carry an RRO or RRC designation from the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC).

Professional QA inspections keep the project on track and allow the owner to catch issues or mistakes before they are covered up, only to be revealed as issues or failures down the road.

Construction Process Reality

Preceding a roofing failure, a manufacturers warranty may lull the owner and architect into a false sense of security because they have not studied the warranty provisions.

The designer relies on the integrity and skills of the roofer and manufacturer, and then skimps on the system specifications and details.

The roof contractor exercises the option to select a cheaper/easier specification by a manufacturer whose product still qualifies for the specified warranty period.

The specifier or GC, disregarding the roofer's qualifications and specified installation techniques, selects the low roofing bid and relies on the manufacturer's inspection required under their warranty.

•The manufacturer’s inspector, often the sales representative who sold the materials to the roofer, is charged with inspecting the work of a customer on whose continued goodwill the sales representative depends on for future sales.

Let GCI provide your pre-project forensics to aid in your decision to re-roof or restore and provide QA inspections throughout and concluding your project to ensure you get the quality of installation you expect.