Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) have been used as the façade finish for over thirty years in this country. In order to properly maintain and restore this type of exterior finish, it is important to know how the system was installed.
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If Walls Could Talk….
We have all heard the old adage, “If these walls could talk!” It turns out that the walls of our buildings do in fact talk to us in a way. Whether it is structural or due to lack of maintenance, our walls have certain ways of telling us things. Building movement can result in wall… Read more »
Concrete Fracturing
The purpose of this article is to discuss concrete fracturing. What is it, and what are the causes? What do you need to be looking for, and how can the issues be taken care of? When it comes to concrete fracturing, there are many signs to be on the lookout for in order to prevent… Read more »
Trends to Watch in 2016
2016 is here. With a new year comes change, progress, improvements, and sometimes failures. Each year is sure to be different than the last and at the beginning of a new year, it’s prudent to try and look ahead to try and anticipate what will be occurring in your industry so that you can be… Read more »
Project Story: Therma-Tru Doors Office Building
Therma-Tru’s corporate office building had been leaking for years. After numerous unsuccessful attempts to correct this condition, Trisco Construction Services, LLC (TCS) was brought in by Mariucci & Associates to determine the source of leaks and to design/install the repair method.
Staying Healthy During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is here! During the holiday season, we tend to completely dismiss any goals we once had of being healthy or staying in shape. While you shouldn’t let staying healthy prevent you from indulging in some of your favorite holiday treats or from having any fun, there are ways to still stay on… Read more »
Honoring Verlin Herndon
The entire Trisco family mourns the loss of 70-year employee Verlin C. Herndon. Verlin touched the lives of so many of us inside and outside of the Company. Rest in Peace Verlin. http://www.examiner.org/obituaries-2/58319-verlin-c-herndon
Sealants: Failures & Installation Considerations
The purpose of this article is to briefly discuss common sealant failures and the installation considerations for restoration and maintenance projects. The replacement of your building’s sealants should be treated as a scheduled maintenance item, just like an oil change on your car. Sealants are used in exterior wall construction to prevent the passage of… Read more »
Sealants: Background & Design Considerations
The purpose of this article is to briefly discuss sealants and design considerations for restoration and maintenance projects. The replacement of your building’s sealants should be treated as a scheduled maintenance item, just like an oil change on your car. The life expectancy of a sealants varies, but replacement should be evaluated every 10-15 years…. Read more »
Trisco-in-Action: Fall 2015