Windows & Patio/Balcony Doors
Brown & Beattie Ltd. has completed assessments and designed repairs for windows, sliding patio and balcony doors and window walls for a variety of multi-unit residential buildings. Framing systems include thermally broken aluminum, vinyl and wood.
Leakage assessments are routinely carried out on older window systems. These investigations can include water testing using our 'blower door unit' which can pressurize suites to simulate wind driven rainfall often experienced during storms. Condensation problems can also be investigated.
Specifications can be prepared for the replacement of these older systems. These specifications exceed current Building Code minimum standards for air and water leakage resistance. Other requirements include the new window and door systems to be thermally efficient with features such as low-E glass, and thermal glazing units that are argon gas filled and have warm edge spacers. These components are also replaced taking care to ensure the continuity of the building's air, thermal and moisture barriers.
Brown & Beattie has also been retained to assess, investigate and repair related components and systems such as curtain walls, sloped glazing and skylights.
Case Study > Townhome Window Replacement
We prepared specifications and provided tendering services for the replacement of the windows at this Mississauga townhome condominium. The new windows included more thermally efficient double-glazed sealed units which were argon filled and incorporated low-E glass. Construction review services included careful planning and coordination with Property Management and the Contractor to facilitate unit access for installation while minimizing disruption to owners and adhering to a tight schedule.
Case Study > Curtain Wall Assessment
Investigation into reports of leakage through the curtain wall system of this downtown Toronto condominium complex revealed that incorrectly installed screws in the mullion framing system resulted in the unwanted water infiltration. Brown & Beattie Ltd. provided engineering services related to investigation and general field review of the repairs.
Case Study > Terrace Door Replacement
The balcony terraces at this Kitchener townhouse complex are particularly prone to drifting snow. Replacement of patio doors was included in the terrace re-roofing project to take advantage of this opportunity to provide positive drainage to the exterior of the door sill assembly and to provide a continuous tie-in with the roof assembly and reduce future leakage potential. Measures were also taken to protect the wall assemblies from moisture damage related to snow build-up. Access was provided in the new wood deck for drain maintenance to reduce future maintenance difficulties. Brown & Beattie Ltd. provided specification and tendering services along with general field review and contract administration.