Forensic Water Intrusion Testing

Building Diagnostics Group, Inc. (BDG) is the leader in third party water infiltration field testing. We perform these services on windows, doors, curtain walls, storefronts, and masonry wall systems for water penetration Quality Assurance (QA) testing during the construction phase or complete forensic water penetration investigation on existing buildings. BDG testing professionals use only the highest quality testing equipment available in order to complete testing in accordance with the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) or American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) testing protocols. We provide these services all across the nation.

Additionally, Building Diagnostics Group, Inc. performs modified versions of the above tests utilizing our high-resolution infrared camera equipment to identify water intrusions non-destructively. The modified versions can be used to identify potential failures without expensive destructive testing, as most of the standardized testing requires disassembly of the building components. We generally use the modified testing procedures in all non-litigation projects. Our knowledgeable staff is ready to take on your next project to meet your product testing needs. When you really need to know... call BDG!

Below are the types and links for additional details to the various performance specifications:

ASTM E 331 - Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference

ASTM E 547 - Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference

ASTM E 783 - Standard Test Method for Field Measurement of Air Leakage Through Installed Exterior Windows and Doors

ASTM E 1105 - Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls, by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference

ASTM C 1601 - Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Masonry Wall
Surfaces

ASTM C 1715 - Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Water Leakage Performance of Masonry Wall Drainage Systems

ASTM E 2128 - Standard Guide for Evaluating Water Leakage of Building Walls

AAMA 501.2 - Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Field Check of Installed Storefronts, Curtain Walls, and Sloped Glazing Systems

AAMA 502 - Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Fenestration Products

AAMA 503 - Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Newly Installed Storefronts, Curtain Walls and Sloped Glazing Systems

AAMA 511 - Voluntary Guideline for Forensic Water Penetration Testing of Fenestration Products

The time and expense to perform an initial, well focused, accurate evaluation of a water intrusion will save the interested party money in the long run and result in repairs that extend the service life of the building.

Building Diagnostics Group, Inc. (BDG) utilizes professional testing equipment that is calibrated to each specific testing standard for accurate results. Our field consultants are properly trained and knowledgeable of all testing standards. BDG has extensive knowledge of most building systems and specializes in forensic water intrusion investigations. This allows us to not only properly test fenestrations on new construction projects, but if there is a test failure, we can pinpoint the cause of the failure and provide accurate recommendations to achieve successful testing results. Failures during quality assurance (new construction) testing can result in unnecessary delays that can impact your bottom line.

If you are looking for a reputable third party testing company to perform accurate professional testing, provide concise reports, and help you through the entire process, contact Building Diagnostics Group, Inc. (BDG) today. We provide third party field fenestration testing throughout the United States from our main office located in Atlanta, GA.

To request a proposal for services, contact us at RFP@buildingdiagnosticsgroup.com or call 888.317.4568.

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