We have all heard the old adage “if these walls could talk!” Well, when it comes to concrete storage structures, they actually do. Most people take them for granted, investing rather in revenue-generating material handling equipment. Typically, unless you regularly deal in the concrete maintenance industry, you probably think “it’s concrete, it’s indestructible”. In fact,… Read more »
Too often, we forget that the buildings around us are not just a backdrop for our daily lives but have stories of their own. Unfortunately, older buildings sometimes do not meet the modern needs of the users so they are torn down and replaced. This can be very controversial in such instances where the building… Read more »
There is nothing more frustrating than chasing a leak on the exterior of your building. Many times we receive a call where the property manager has spent a lot of time, effort, and money trying to stop moisture infiltration. Ultimately they give up and decide to bring in an expert to try to stop the… Read more »
The spring season is upon us, which means warmer weather, and sunshine, but it also brings frequent rain showers and pop-up thunderstorms, and lightning. Spring weather can bring hazards to the Jobsite, from slips and falls to the risks of bad weather; here are 6 Spring Safety Tips for the Jobsite. See The Entire Jobsite… Read more »
Trisco Construction Services (TCS) was called in to evaluate the Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) condition after an interior renovation project revealed extensive damage due to moisture on the inside of the hotel. The ownership group was very concerned because the hotel was less than ten years old. We performed subsurface investigations and discovered… Read more »
We have all heard the old adage “if these walls could talk!” Well, when it comes to concrete storage structures, they actually do. Most people take them for granted, investing rather in revenue-generating material handling equipment. Typically, unless you regularly deal in the concrete maintenance industry, you probably think “it’s just the old concrete silo,… Read more »
In the weeks leading up to a holiday or vacation, many of us set internal goals to get our projects completed before we leave, which can cause undue stress on ourselves and others. In the seasonal business of construction, we experience this rush during the summer holidays and the winter holidays – such as Thanksgiving… Read more »
The Beachouse Condominiums in Charlevoix, Michigan are nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan. This location in conjunction with the northern climate makes the structure especially subject to the forces of nature. Further, several rooflines, wings, and transitions provide the potential for water to make its way into where it doesn’t belong. Trisco Construction Services,… Read more »
When exploring career choices, there are many things to consider. Some high school students know exactly what they want to be, some don’t. Others are curious – looking at opportunities and the average income of different jobs. The next big question is whether to go to college, enter the workforce, join the military, or attend… Read more »
When building components such as brick, concrete, and stone are neglected they can become loose or displaced. In some cases, they can fall off and crash to the ground which can be fatal. Recently, many cities have created ordinances that require building owners to have inspections done on their buildings to help ensure public safety…. Read more »
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