JVS Building Services provides technical and management services to building owners and their restorations project managers.
JVSBS.com is a knowledge base, a sort of commercial building restorations Wiki, which supports all those engaged in the prosaic and vital task of preserving the value of productive buildings.
In this, the second edition of the envelope seal, the topics drawn from the site are about how to properly clean architectural glass, leaks, a new way to accurately determine the costs of restorations projects that streamlines the bidding process, sales and acquisitions and doesn't require the help of a contractor and architectural styles.
WINDOW CLEANING SPECIFICATION
Most window cleaners know little about the glass, window frames and other materials they come in contact with and many don’t take the steps they should to properly maintain and preserve them. By not specifying what those steps are, building owners or their representatives are partly responsible when cleaning operations are ineffective or damaging. This technical bulletin deals with glass protection and maintenance and includes sections that can be extracted and used in a short yet comprehensive specification to be added to the window cleaning contract.
LEAK INVESTIGATION AND ASSESSMENT
Water leaks are often the first sign that restoration or repair of the commercial building envelope is needed. Determining the source of the leak is like the camel getting its nose under the tent skirt. Most of the articles at JVSBS.com on leak assessment follow a story arc such as the one formed in the mind of the animal during and after discovery of the tents interior.
"WHAT WILL IT COST?"
There aren’t many ways by which the typical building owner or project manager can determine the cost of restorations and maintenance work. This video explains how JVS Building Services does it. The advantages our method offers are significant.
The Delaware Trust Building, built in the Classical Revival style was surveyed in 2009. Click on the image then Scroll to zoom in on the 3D model and drag to orbit about it. Drag cursor + SHIFT to pan
BUILDING STYLES
A building’s style may be a factor if restorations or repairs are needed. Even if it isn’t, it’s good to know. Identifying building styles is a bit like bird watching. Like that popular pastime, once you get started, you may not want to stop. Identifying bird species expands the amateur ornitholigist’s general awareness and interests. Wondering about the styles of the buildings you notice has the same effect.
Go to “Historical Styles” at JVSBS.com
| PROJECT MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE: | ||
| Envelope Survey and Inspection | Process Specifications | Production Control |
| Reliable Cost Estimates | Pre-Bid Conference | Operations Management |
| “Due Diligence” Reports | Bid Solicitation | Safety Compliance |
| Leak Investigations | Negotiation and Award | Risk Management |
| Failure Analysis | Production Schedules |
Project Records Management |
| Statement of Work | In-process Inspections & Quality Control | Project Closeout |