Building Envelope
Technology

Gale’s Building Technology Group investigates, evaluates, designs repairs, and provides construction administration to all exterior building envelope components including roofs, walls, windows/glazing, and waterproofing. We specialize in all issues related to moisture intrusion and assist architectural firms and clients with peer review consulting on new construction projects. We also provide forensic and expert witness services, and preventative maintenance programs. Our clients include private sector commercial and institution users, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

Click here to view Gale’s Building Technology and Structural Engineering brochure (pdf).

Sample Projects

• University of Vermont
• Harvard University
• Aldrich School
• Santa Clara Unified School District
• Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
• Union PSCE
• 50 Franklin Street
• GAP Headquarters
• Omni Hotel
• Orange County Convention Center
• Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
• Cape Canaveral
• 330 Stuart Street
• Spreckels Temple of Music
• Semitic Museum, Harvard University
• Boston College
• Camden Yards
• Schubert Theatre
• Johns Hopkins Hospital
• Children's Hospital
• U.S. Post Offices
• California State Capitol
• Newton North High School
• Division of Capital Asset Management

Boston Facade Ordinance 9.9-12

The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) requires buildings over 70 feet to be inspected by a licensed engineer or architect to determine if pedestrian safety is being compromised by facade deficiencies.

For more information about the ordinance and how building owners can comply with the ordinance, go to our Boston Facade Ordinance Web page.

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