SUMMARY OF SERVICES
Summary of Services
Western Architectural is a multi-disciplinary firm. Our highly trained staff includes licensed architects, structural and civil engineers, forensic inspectors, waterproofing specialists, mold inspectors, certified EIFS inspectors, registered roof observers, certified window installers, accredited reserve specialists, and LEED-accredited professionals.
Our building envelope consulting services apply to a wide array of clients, including building owners, architects, contractors, homeowner associations, property managers, law firms, insurance companies, private homeowners, and many more...
Certified Warranty Inspections
- Sto EIFS and Stucco products
- Dryvit EIFS and Stucco products
Consultation Services
- Construction defects
- Third-party inspections
- Due diligence
- Construction consultation/observation
- Architectural design services
- Engineering design services
- LEED certified consulting
- Structural and mechanical analysis services
- Water Intrusion Management Plans (WIMP)
- Condominium conversion
- Reserve Studies & Maintenance Plans by accredited reserve specialists
- Quality assurance inspections for new construction and repair of existing structures
- Ensure construction methods
Project Management
- Project bidding
- Construction management
- Plan and design review
- Project close-out assistance
Building Science Technology
- Building envelope waterproofing
- Building envelope analysis
- Moisture intrusion investigations
- Quality assurance inspections
- Mold sampling and testing
- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) assessments
- Waterproofing details
- Finding evasive leaks
- Waterproofing & construction issues on flashing, curtain walls, roofs, foundations
- LEED certified consulting
Litigation Services
- Expert witness services
- Contract documentation (construction specifications, architectural drawings, project manuals)
- Documenting construction deficiencies for litigation
Siding & Cladding Services (for siding, EIFS, stucco, brick)
- Basic review of exterior cladding
- Review & pre-planning of waterproofing details
- Contractor installation compliance
- Master window installation
- Premature product failure
- Current product performance analysis
- Water intrusion and leak investigations
- Building upgrades, restoration and repairs
- EIFS/Stucco, siding investigations & third-party inspections
"During our recent remodel, Western Architectural was extremely helpful in “taking the lead” on this project, from beginning to end. Thanks to their knowledge, expertise
and advice, we are now working in what I feel is one of the finest looking facilities/buildings in the city."
—Tim Brice, Facilities Coordinator Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments
and advice, we are now working in what I feel is one of the finest looking facilities/buildings in the city."
—Tim Brice, Facilities Coordinator Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments
"For over five years I have worked with Eric Hoff and members of his staff. We have worked together to bring peace of mind to owners of a wide range of buildings, from high rises on the Portland Waterfront to hotels on the beach and high end residences in the Willamette Valley. Their building knowledge and experience, their well-managed and well-equipped staff, their depth of skills and abilities, and their commitment to clients and other team members make them leaders in their industry."
—T. Jeff O’Neal II, P.E., McCann Engineering
—T. Jeff O’Neal II, P.E., McCann Engineering
“Over the past decade, Western Architectural has consistently provided superior services to Sean Gores Construction and our clients. It is because of their constant professionalism and attention to detail that our projects are often used as a hallmark of building rehabilitation.”
—Sean Gores, Sean Gores Construction
—Sean Gores, Sean Gores Construction