Trisco Construction Services of Lima is proud to be awarded for the fourth time as one of Walls & Ceilings Magazine’s Top 50 Contractors in the United States. All awarded companies have a unique story and a variety of skill-sets and talents that have brought them to the forefront of their industry. Walls & Ceilings… Read more »
There was a time when contractors and consultants, especially in our field, considered their experience and knowledge to be a competitive advantage. If you had a question, we had the answer. That’s why you called us. But the days of the “old wise owl” are coming to an end. With search engines at our fingertips… Read more »
Many older, natural stone structures have deteriorated surfaces, some of which cause aesthetic, life-safety, or structural concerns for their owners. Unlike brick or other façade materials, natural stone, particularly sandstone, tends to deteriorate. Due to this unique characteristic, the repair, restoration, and preservation of this material requires a thorough understanding and comprehensive evaluation. Source of… Read more »
When EIFS-clad structures begin to show signs of age and deterioration, building owners are left asking themselves what to do about it. Many architects and engineers are not educated on these systems and the knee-jerk reaction is to remove and replace the EIFS. However, not all system failures warrant replacement. Many times, less intrusive modifications can… Read more »
Water repellents are colorless treatments that are applied to walls or other surfaces with the intent of reducing absorption. Applying a water repellent can be a great way to enhance the weather resistant characteristics of your structure. It is relatively inexpensive and somewhat simple to apply, but there are several things to take into consideration… Read more »
In 2016, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) revised the standard which regulates the hazards associated with respirable crystalline silica in the work place. Though not entirely new, the revised standard has dramatically reduced the exposure limits for workers and has added many new requirements for employers. There are incredible costs associated with compliance,… Read more »
We’ve all heard the old adage, “If these walls could talk!” As it turns out, the walls of our buildings do in fact talk to us. Walls can crack, fracture, and show visible damage because of weather, time, and natural building movements. So if terra cotta walls could talk, what might they be trying to… Read more »
A lot happened during Fall 2017! Check out the projects we worked on and the fun we had.
The purpose of this article is to try to simplify something that confuses many people: EIFS. EIFS is an acronym for “Exterior Insulation and Finish System.” Many people refer to it as “Dryvit” or mistakenly as “stucco.” Dryvit Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer of EIFS products. This is a generic trademark descriptor, similar to Kleenex (a manufacturer… Read more »
Our Restore You Wellness Team recently held an event where employees were asked to bring a healthy snack to work and share the recipe. It had to be something home-made. The response was great, and we all enjoyed trying each other’s dishes. It’s funny – I was literally eating powdered mini-donuts in my office when… Read more »
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