All of our inspections are conducted in accordance with ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) standards by thoroughly trained, experienced professionals. Our inspectors are the most qualified people in the country to conduct EIFS/Stucco inspections because all of our inspectors are experienced EIFS/Stucco masons.

THE STRUCTURE

• Foundation
• Support and Framing System
• Basement
• Crawl Space
• Attic
• Water Seepage
• Ventilation
• Insulation
• Chimney
• Garage, etc.

EXTERIOR

• Roofing
• Siding
• Leaders and Gutters
• Windows
• Doors
• Caulking/Glazing
• Stoops
• Decks
• Patios

INTERIOR

• Walls
• Floors
• Ceilings
• Doors, etc.
• Cosmetics and the possibility of Environmental or Health Hazards

ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING AVAILABLE

We will alert you to the possible presence of environmental or health hazards that may be lurking at the inspection site. E.P.A. approved testing can be performed by the inspector at the client's request.

• Asbestos
• Carbon Monoxide
• Electro-Magnetic Fields
• Mold
• Radon
• Urea Formaldehyde
• Water Quality/Well Water Screening

The Potential Problem with EIFS...

The potential problem with EIFS is that moisture can get trapped behind the highly water resistant material with no way out. This can cause the framing to rot and foster the growth of mold between the exterior and interior walls. Damp and rotting wood is also a prime target for subterranean termites. It should be stated that the potential for these conditions exist with any type of exterior siding product be it brick veneer, wood, or vinyl siding. The potential for this condition with EIFS however can be exacerbated by its superior water resistance. Once moisture gets in, regardless of its origin, it usually has no escape.

The main locations where water tends to infiltrate into the framing structure of a building using an EIFS is around doors and windows, where the roof connects to the EIFS (roof flashing), and below extended exterior deck connections. Also, any moisture from within the home trying to find a path out will likely be thwarted by the EIFS.

The EIFS industry has been plagued by class action, and individual lawsuits (particularly in humid climates). The public's confidence in the products have been shaken to say the least. The lawsuits contend that the problem is with the nature of the product and the manufacturers contend that sloppy installation and poor maintenance are the culprits.

Modern Wall Systems is a full-service contractor that can essentially assist clients from the conception to completion of their projects. Our services include:

Preconstruction

• Scheduling
• Phasing plans
• Estimating
• Budgeting/cost-modeling
• Regulatory investigation
• Zoning and code compliance
• Bid packaging
• Value engineering
• Subcontractor pre-qualification
• Status reporting

Construction

• Scheduling
• Self-performing concrete
• Quality control
• Safety management
• Subcontractor management
• Status reporting
• Change management

Post-construction

• Certificate of occupancy
• As-built documentation
• Commissioning/Warranty programs
• Moving services
• Building Operations

Development

• Proforma review
• Land acquisition
• Feasibility studies
• Pre-development financing
• Financing
• Leasing

Delivery Methods

On Point Consulting builds a diverse range of projects for both public and private clients under a variety of project delivery methods, including:

• Lump Sum bid from completed drawings
• Construction Manager (CM)
• Agency Construction Manager (CM)
• Construction Manager (CM) at Risk
• Design-Build
• Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) for government projects
• Preconstruction Services

MWS Customer Testimonials:

Sept 15, 2006

Atlantic Building Maintenance Ltd.

Attention: Mr. Rob Santana, President

Dear Mr. Santana

Re: Letter of Reference (LJS Reference No. 37944-01 and 37944-02

Lambert, Joynes and Smeck, LTD. is pleased to provide you with this letter of reference.

In their recent work for LJS, MWS as a company demonstrated that it understands the engineering requirements of renovation work, the sensitivity of working in occupied buildings, and the importance of thoroughness. The work completed was undertaken professionally with full consideration to design requirements and the building occupants.

It has been a pleasure to work with MWS. The service provided was competent and the increasing autonomy demonstrated by the company and field personnel during the course of the work made efficient use of the client's maintenance money, LJS's time, and most importantly, has put into place a comprehensive maintenance and renewal process for major building envelope components. We expect that this will serve the site owners for many years in ongoing cost effective operation of the buildings.

We would be pleased to discuss this referral with any of your clients that wish to call.

Yours truly,

Lambert, Joynes and Smeck LTD.

Leslie B.B. Peer, Ph.D., P.Eng., BEP.
Associate

LP/db

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To Whom It May Concern,

Dear Sirs:

Re: On Point Consulting.

It is my pleasure to write this letter as a testimonial of the effectiveness of Rob Santana and OPC.

I have been a property manager for over nine years and am a principal owner of Lionheart Realty Ltd. Our company has been involved in building envelope renovations on low-rise and high-rise residential condominium complexes for quite some time. I feel confident that we have the expertise to judge the effectiveness of the various types of building envelope consultants, engineering, project maintenance, etc.

The writer contracted OPC to perform a complete and in depth evaluation of the building envelope for residential strata corporation. The complex is a high-rise of thirteen stories, is EIFS clad and has punch and window wall construction. This inspection was done within the prescribed time frame and with a minimum amount of fuss and bother to the residents of the complex. The inspection report proved to be more comprehensive than expected and was complete in dealing with all areas of the building envelope.

As you can appreciate, after spending approximately 1.5 million dollars in renovations, the Strata Council members were very concerned that the report was reasonable in its findings. The report was forwarded to the strata's structural engineering consultants for their perusal and response. The engineers stated that the report was very comprehensive and extremely well presented. The content was deemed reasonable and accurate.

Rob Santana is very easy to work with, is professional in all ways and, we feel, is totally competant due to his knowledge of building envelope construction and the ongoing maintenance requirements.

I would have no hesitaion whatsoever in recommending Rob Santana and On Point Consulting.

Yours truly,

LIONHEART REALTY LTD.

Christine B. Thompson, CPRPM
Property Manager/Principal

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"Modern Wall Systems completed the work in a timely and professional manner while at the same time respectfully considering any impact on our tenants"

- Darcy Brabbins

Director of Suburban Property Management
Crestwood Corporate Centre
Bentall Corporation

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I have used the services of On Point Consulting numerous times over the past several years on small and large projects. The level of service OPC provides is always exceptional and very professional. OPC's approach, methods and advice they provided on a project saved the client money.

Thank you.

Brian Spencer
Senior Property Manager

Dorset Realty Group Limited

Bus. 604-270-1711 ext 120
Fax. 604-270-8446

My assistabt is Viviennne McCray