Case Study: Leaking Roof or Humid Attic?

Case Study: Leaking Roof or Humid Attic?

The Issue Axiom Structures was called out to investigate a single-family residence for possible water damage to structural members of the roof.  The client recently had their roof replaced. At the same time, a window contractor replaced a large window along the...
How Is Concrete Checked for Damage?

How Is Concrete Checked for Damage?

What factors can cause damage to concrete? The primary causes of damage to concrete, at least in South Florida, are changes in temperature and moisture (excluding some other issue like settlement). Concrete is porous, meaning it is not waterproof, and has many tiny...
The Big Apple vs. Big Hurricane Sandy

The Big Apple vs. Big Hurricane Sandy

This morning, after reviewing the damage we witnessed yesterday, we set out in the cold crisp air to provide more hurricane damage assessments, but this time we’d be right in the Big Apple. We started in Rockaway Park, NY, where the house we inspected again appeared...