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Fort Sands is a leader in building envelope construction for any size project.

For Condo Developments • Multi-Family Buildings • Commercial Properties • Industrial Facilities

We provide complete building envelope inspection, repair, restoration and replacement services designed to protect the structure, improve energy performance, prevent water intrusion and extend the lifespan of your building.

A building envelope is the physical separator between the conditioned and unconditioned environment of a building. It is specifically designed to resist air, water, heat, light, and noise.

 

The elements are particular harsh for buildings in Western Canada, especially with our inconsistent weather and freeze-thaw cycles. In addition to protecting a building from damage due to the elements, a good business envelope helps a building age well to protect your investment. Done correctly, the building envelope also provides ongoing energy savings.

 

Both the above-grade and the below-grade portions of the building enclosure are part of a physical system involving three interactive components: the exterior environment, the enclosure system, and the interior environment.

 

At Fort Sands, we’re proud of our building envelope expertise and experience. There’s nothing we haven’t seen; there’s nothing we can’t handle.

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Understanding the combined negative impact of water, heat, noise, light and airflow in your building envelope is key to mitigating risk & protecting your investment.

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  • 1. What Our Building Envelope Services Cover

    ✔️ Building envelope inspections & diagnostics


    ✔️ Water ingress investigation & leak remediation


    ✔️ Air/vapour barrier installation & repair


    ✔️ Flashings, transitions & detailing repairs


    ✔️ Wall cladding systems (all types)


    ✔️ Roofing & waterproof tie-ins


    ✔️ Window & door integration


    ✔️ Balcony & deck envelope connections


    ✔️ Thermal & energy-efficiency upgrades


    ✔️ Envelope restoration after storm or hail damage


    ✔️ Full envelope replacement programs for multi-building sites

  • 2. Building Envelope Inspections & Diagnostics

    ✔️ Full Envelope Assessment

    Comprehensive review of roofing, cladding, windows, doors, balconies, foundations, membranes and sealants.

    ✔️ Water Ingress Investigation

    Tracing leaks, moisture migration, condensation issues and envelope failures across occupied buildings.

    ✔️ Thermal & Air-Seal Testing

    Identifying air loss, draft issues, trapped moisture and insulation deficiencies.

    ✔️ Reporting for Condo Boards & Property Managers

    ✔️ Clear documentation, photos, recommendations and repair priorities.

  • 3. Air/Vapour Barriers, Flashings & Transition Detailing

    ✔️ Air & Vapour Barrier Installation

    High-performance systems for new builds and major recladding projects.

    ✔️ Flashing Upgrades

    Window, door, roof-wall and balcony transitions corrected to stop leaks and moisture entry.

    ✔️ Penetration Sealing

    HVAC lines, vent terminations, mechanical penetrations and electrical openings sealed and waterproofed.

    ✔️ Envelope Detailing Repairs

    Correcting deficiencies causing leaks, drafts, rot and premature envelope failure.

  • 4. Wall Systems & Cladding Integration

    ✔️ Hardie, fibre-cement & composite cladding


    ✔️ Vinyl, metal panel & sheet systems


    ✔️ Stucco, EIFS & acrylic systems


    ✔️ Masonry, stone, brick and CMU wall integration


    ✔️ Curtain wall and glazing tie-ins


    ✔️ Rainscreen assembly installation & repairs


    ✔️ Precast concrete detailing

  • 5. Window, Door & Opening Integration

    ✔️ Window and door envelope tie-ins


    ✔️ Sill, jamb and head flashing corrections


    ✔️ Caulking, sealants & weatherproofing


    ✔️ Leak remediation around openings


    ✔️ Replacement of failed units and surrounding envelope materials

  • 6. Waterproofing & Moisture Control

    ✔️ Foundation & below-grade waterproofing


    ✔️ Parkade slab waterproofing & membrane systems


    ✔️ Balcony & deck waterproofing


    ✔️ Roof-to-wall transitions


    ✔️ Drainage improvements & moisture management


    ✔️ Crack injection, joint sealing & concrete water-proofing repairs

  • 7. Balcony, Deck & Roof Envelope Connections

    ✔️ Re-waterproofing balcony transitions


    ✔️ Correcting membrane terminations & drip flashing


    ✔️ Tie-ins between roof and upper wall assemblies


    ✔️ Parapet repairs, cap flashing & sealants


    ✔️ Waterproofing penetrations & deck hardware


    ✔️ Restoration after water damage or leaks

  • 8. Thermal & Energy-Efficiency Upgrades

    ✔️ Insulation upgrades (walls, attics, roofs, mechanical rooms)


    ✔️ Vapour control layer improvements


    ✔️ Thermal bridging corrections


    ✔️ High-performance windows & doors


    ✔️ Envelope improvements for noise, comfort & energy performance


    ✔️ Air-tightness improvements for multi-family and commercial buildings

  • 9. Storm, Hail & Climate-Related Envelope Restoration

    ✔️ Full-building envelope rebuilds after hail damage


    ✔️ Cladding, roofing, soffit and fascia replacement


    ✔️ Window and door replacement after impact damage


    ✔️ Sealant, flashing and envelope detailing repairs


    ✔️ Water ingress remediation and drying


    ✔️ Insurance-approved scopes, documentation & project management


    ✔️ Large-scale multi-building storm restoration

  • 10. Who We Serve

    ✔️ Condo boards & strata associations


    ✔️ Multi-family rental properties


    ✔️ Townhome complexes


    ✔️ Commercial & mixed-use buildings


    ✔️ Industrial & warehouse properties


    ✔️ Developers & general contractors


    ✔️ Insurance companies & adjusters

  • 11. Our Building Envelope Project Process

    ✔️ Envelope Assessment & Reporting
    Identify failure points, risks and priorities for repair or replacement.

    ✔️ Specification & Material Selection
    Recommend suitable envelope systems based on building type, climate and budget.

    ✔️ Envelope Repairs or Full Replacement
    Cladding, flashings, membranes, air/vapour barriers, window/door detailing and transition solutions.

    ✔️ Building-Occupied Coordination
    Clear communication plans for residents, tenants and property managers.

    ✔️ Quality Assurance & Testing
    Leak testing, air-seal verification and final envelope inspection.

    ✔️ Warranty & Documentation
    Manufacturer warranty support, as-built documentation and long-term maintenance recommendations.

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