Exterior Wall Surveys present the results of a visual examination of existing facilities wall systems.  The purpose of the survey is to sufficiently determine the wall systems condition in order to provide our clients with recommendations and budgets required to maintain or restore the water integrity of the wall system.  As a result of the visual survey elevations requiring additional investigation utilizing non-destructive and destructive methods are identified.  IRS provides our clients with a proposed scope of work, justification for the additional investigation and our opinion of probable cost. In many instances a visual survey of existing window and entrance systems is completed in conjunction with the wall survey.

• Construction Document Review:  IRS reviews original construction prints that may be available to identify deviations in the actual construction from those stated in the documents.  This verification is completed visually, unless destructive testing is required and authorized in writing.
  
  
• Wall Conditions and Photographs:  IRS examines each elevation's general appearance and condition, analyzing its appearance, condition and construction to the extent possible.  Observed conditions, general characteristics, areas of excessive deterioration, staining, and the presence of any contaminants and/or previous repairs are noted on the CAD elevation drawings, if applicable.  The locations of specific problem areas are recorded on the CAD elevation drawings, if applicable.  Digital photographs are utilized to document observed deficiencies and are located on the CAD elevation drawings, if applicable and included as part of the written report.
  
  
• Window Conditions and Photographs:  If applicable, IRS will examine the windows installed on each building elevation to identify their general appearance, condition and construction.  Problem windows will be located on the CAD elevation drawings, if applicable.  Digital photographs of any observed deficiencies will be referenced on the CAD elevation drawings, if applicable and included as part of the surveys written report.
  
  
• Written Report:  IRS compiles the data gathered during the survey into a written report.  The written report details variations in construction, general condition, aesthetics and overall condition.  The locations of specific items discussed are referenced to the CAD elevation drawings, if applicable.
  
  
• Recommendations and Estimated Costs:  IRS provides recommendations and provides an opinion of probable construction costs necessary to address observed deficiencies.  Recommendations and budgets provided for the required restoration and repair are based upon our clients' goals and objectives for each facility.