Masonry Roofing Systems Waterproofing Systems 
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
3, 2023) Western Specialty Contractors – Minneapolis Branch is nearing completion of a project to restore a masonry wall section of the historic Wesley Church located at 101 E. Louis, MO, Aug. in downtown Minneapolis, MN. Substance Church acquired the historic Wesley building in 2016 as a permanent location.
Construction Specifier
MAY 7, 2020
Images courtesy Dörken Systems. Hence waterproofing systems are very critical to keeping foundations dry. Like air control above grade, it is important to consider water control below grade as a system solution, and not just as a single component. The major cause of foundation-related problems is water.
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Construction Specifier
AUGUST 24, 2023
This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. The topics to be addressed in this article, when it comes to overcladding masonary facades and foundations, as well as roof assemblies, include the following: Placement and attachment of insulation and air barrier within the assembly.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.
BDC Network
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The owner initially hired a contractor to perform waterproofing repairs at the manufactured stone façade of the building. In October 2017, Walter P Moore performed a phase 2 assessment focusing on the northwest and southwest corners of the building due to the extent of visible masonry distress observable from the ground at these areas.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Western Specialty Contractors – Chicago Masonry Branch recently waterproofed and restored a terrace at Mondial River West luxury apartments in Chicago, IL. Western was contacted by property management firm Willow Bridge Property Company to restore a private terrace shared by three units that was leaking due to failing waterproofing.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 2, 2023
Junk food is high in fat and preservatives and will put a high caloric load on the digestive system. About Western Specialty Contractors Family-owned and operated for more than 100 years, Western Specialty Contractors is the nation’s largest specialty contractor in masonry and concrete restoration, waterproofing and specialty roofing.
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