Investment-Minded
Allana Buick & Bers (ABB) understands the needs of building owners. We specialize in building investigation and analysis, architectural engineering, mechanical optimization, and construction management services for building owners.
ABBAE has the capacity to act as the owner’s representative, managing every step of the project from conception through completion. We begin by understanding the owner’s investment and business objectives and then proceed to the investigation, design, and construction phases.
Services for Building Owners
Allana Buick & Bers provides Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) services, which establish design standards and offer verification. ABB’s intensive quality assurance process meets the goals set out by the American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) for exterior enclosure commissioning. Learn More
We assist our clients with system selection, including the pros and cons of the various systems, unit prices, life expectancy estimates, replacement costs, and maintenance information. We provide our clients with valuable insight on building envelope systems integration and compatibility early in the design process. Learn More
ABB provides full-time and part-time construction monitoring and quality assurance observation services, and acts as the owner’s advocate. Our experience has shown that effective construction monitoring has the potential to make the most significant difference in reducing risk, reducing construction defects, achieving a more leak free building, and increasing the life expectancy building envelope systems. Our team of experienced construction monitors are recognized by industry organizations as experts, and our team consists of specialists in façade, roofing, mechanical, structural, and waterproofing. Learn More
Our professional in-house architectural engineering and construction management staff has the expertise to provide solutions for economic analysis, planning, design, construction management, and performance testing of complex projects for public and private sector clients.
In addition to construction management, we also specialize in quality assurance services such as, construction monitoring and performance testing for building owners, assuring that each construction project meets clients’ expectations. We also provide pre-construction services, competitive bidding, pre-construction meetings and construction administration services. Learn More