Our Services

Aquaproof Building Consultants provides comprehensive exterior building envelope assessment and consulting services for commercial, institutional, and high-rise properties. Our work is focused on understanding how building exteriors perform over time, identifying deficiencies, and delivering clear, actionable insight to support maintenance planning, repair design, and long-term asset management.

Leveraging rope access as our primary means of inspection, we perform close-up, hands-on evaluations that allow for a level of detail not achievable through remote surveys or limited access methods.

Exterior Building Envelope Assessments

We conduct thorough, systematic assessments of exterior building systems to evaluate overall condition, performance, and risk. These assessments are tailored to each building’s construction type, age, and known concerns.

Typical areas of evaluation include:

  • Windows and glazing systems

  • Curtain wall and storefront assemblies

  • Sealants and perimeter caulking

  • Masonry, precast concrete, stone, and panelized façades

  • Waterproofing transitions, terminations, and penetrations

  • Expansion joints and movement-related interfaces

Assessments may be performed as full-building surveys or targeted investigations focused on specific elevations or systems.

Rope Access Inspections

Aquaproof specializes in rope access inspection methods for high-rise and architecturally complex structures. Rope access allows our team to safely reach difficult locations while minimizing disruption to occupants, pedestrians, and building operations.

Benefits of rope access inspections include:

  • Close-up, tactile evaluation of materials and assemblies

  • Reduced need for lifts, scaffolding, or swing stages

  • Minimal site footprint and faster mobilization

  • Cost-effective access to large or complex façades

All rope access work is performed by trained, certified technicians operating under established safety and access protocols.

Window and Glazing Evaluations

We assess window and glazing systems for signs of deterioration, failure, or improper installation. Evaluations focus on performance-related issues that may contribute to air or water infiltration, safety concerns, or long-term degradation.

Review items may include:

  • Glass condition and damage

  • Frame and perimeter sealant integrity

  • Drainage and weep systems

  • Gaskets, setting blocks, and glazing components

  • Evidence of movement, distortion, or thermal stress

Sealant and Waterproofing Condition Surveys

Sealant failures are among the most common contributors to exterior leaks and envelope degradation. Aquaproof evaluates sealant joints and waterproofing interfaces to determine condition, service life, and risk.

Our surveys document:

  • Adhesion and cohesion failures

  • Aging, UV degradation, and cracking

  • Joint design and compatibility concerns

  • Transitions between dissimilar materials

Findings are prioritized to help guide maintenance, repair, or replacement planning.

Leak Investigation and Water Intrusion Diagnostics

Aquaproof performs targeted investigations to identify the source and pathway of water intrusion within exterior assemblies. Using a combination of visual inspection, close-up access, and diagnostic techniques, we work to isolate contributing conditions rather than relying on assumptions or surface symptoms.

These services may support:

  • Active leak troubleshooting

  • Chronic or recurring water issues

  • Pre-repair investigation and confirmation

  • Coordination with design professionals or contractors

Façade Condition Surveys and Safety Reviews

We provide façade condition surveys to identify deteriorated or distressed exterior elements that may pose safety risks to occupants or the public.

These surveys may address:

  • Loose or displaced materials

  • Cracked, spalled, or delaminated components

  • Failing anchors, attachments, or accessories

  • Areas requiring monitoring or immediate attention

Capital Planning and Repair Prioritization Support

Aquaproof helps clients translate assessment findings into practical next steps. Our reports are structured to support budgeting, capital planning, and phased repair strategies.

Deliverables may include:

  • Prioritized repair recommendations

  • Short- and long-term planning considerations

  • Conceptual repair scopes

  • Coordination with engineers, architects, or repair contractors

Construction Observation and Repair Support

When repairs move forward, Aquaproof can provide third-party observation and technical support during construction to help verify that exterior repairs are executed in accordance with design intent and best practices.

This may include:

  • Periodic site observations

  • Review of repair sequencing and access methods

  • Documentation of completed work

Reporting and Documentation

All services are supported by clear, professional documentation, including:

  • Photographic records from close-up access

  • Written summaries of observed conditions

  • Annotated findings and locations

  • Clear, practical recommendations

Our reporting is designed to be easily understood by owners and property managers while remaining technically useful to architects, engineers, and contractors.