Building Enclosure + Waterproofing

The building enclosure – comprised of waterproofing systems, exterior wall assemblies, fenestrations, and roofs – collectively protects the building structure and interior environment from water infiltration and moisture-related issues, while maintaining a comfortable and energy-efficient environment.  SK&A’s Building Enclosure + Waterproofing team brings decades of experience and specialized technical expertise to aid in the design and construction of new buildings, as well as the evaluation and maintenance of existing buildings.  Coupled with our field inspection, functional testing, and other specialized capabilities, SK&A offers Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) services aimed at verifying the design, construction, and functional performance of the building enclosure meet the Owner’s requirements and performance standards.

Building Enclosure + Waterproofing Services

  • Constructability Review of Building Enclosure Design Drawings and Specifications
  • Verify Compatibility of Specified Materials and Constructability of Details
  • Ensure Unified and Continuous Integration of Materials and Systems at Transitions, Terminations, etc.
  • Construction Sequencing and Coordination Between Various Trades
  • Review Pertinent Submittals and Proposed Substitutions
  • Development of QA/QC Checklists and Procedures
  • Field Inspections to Verify Installation of Critical Details
  • Periodic Inspections to Document Field Issues and Provide Recommendations
  • Provide Useful Feedback Through Mock-up Reviews
  • Field Performance Testing to Verify Functional Performance