Chicago, IL
Building Enclosure Condition Assessments for Schools
Scope/Solutions
SGH helped several schools in the Chicago area by assessing the condition of their buildings’ enclosures and working with them to develop plans for future capital projects, maintenance, and repair work. Our evaluations encompass a wide range of wall, fenestration, and roofing systems.
SGH collaborated with the schools to learn about their existing buildings, past repair work, and their plans for future maintenance and projects. We evaluated the buildings’ enclosures and developed prioritized recommendations to meet their goals. Our building enclosure condition assessment services include the following:
- Visually surveying the exterior enclosure from the ground and the interior to document existing conditions, including any existing damage or deterioration
- Performing hands-on surveys using a variety of means, such as aerial lifts, suspended scaffolding, or industrial rope access
- Making observations at exploratory openings and conducting nondestructive testing to help us understand concealed conditions
- Performing water and air infiltration testing to determine existing leakage paths
- Recommending and helping the schools prioritize repair needs
- Developing conceptual repair options with cost estimates to assist in planning and budgeting
- Preparing ongoing maintenance plans and designing repairs for capital improvements
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Project Summary
Solutions
New Construction
Services
Building Enclosures
Markets
Education
Client(s)
Various Schools
Specialized Capabilities
Condition Assessments | Roofing & Waterproofing
Key team members
Additional Projects
Midwest
Johnson College Prep
Established in 2010, Johnson College Prep is a four-year public charter school in the Noble Schools system. SGH provided structural engineering services for the project.
Midwest
Grinnell College, Athletic and Fitness Center
The design team needed to address the combination of high internal temperature and humidity of the natatorium set in a cold climate. SGH reviewed designs and recommended modifications to improve the performance of vapor retarders and air and thermal barriers, as well as to achieve continuity.