Structural Engineering and Building Envelope Consulting
Client services are built around the problem at hand, with a focus on prompt communication and developing creative, cost effective, and technically sound solutions tailored to your specific needs. Hals Consulting combines expertise in both structural engineering and the building enclosures, giving us unique understanding of building materials, systems, and long-term performance.
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Building Enclosure Condition Assessments
Facade Ordinance
Due-Diligence / Pre-Purchase
Leak Investigations
Construction Admin
Submittals
Field Review
Punch Lists
Repair/Restoration
Enclosure Design
Cladding
Roofing/Waterproofing
Windows/Curtain Wall
Facade Access Equipment
Document Review
Investigation
Expert Disclosures
Expert Witness
Client services are built around the problem at hand, with a focus on prompt communication and developing creative, cost effective, and technically sound solutions. Below are some representative projects. A full CV and client references can be provided upon request.
Conducted building enclosure condition assessment of commercial residential apartment building with exterior insulation finish system (EIFS) cladding. Prepared construction documents for repairs, including EIFS and flashing repairs, sealant replacement, new roof tie-back anchorage, and roofing repairs.
Performed condition assessment of multi-story precast concrete parking garage and prepared report with recommendations for repair and maintenance.
Conducted building enclosure condition assessment (BECA) of historic mass masonry building and provided report outlining deficiencies and recommendations for maintenance and repairs.
Performed due diligence building enclosure condition assessment and provided report and opinion of probable cost.
Acted as designer of record for facade restoration project that includes repairs to the GFRC wall panels, sealant replacement, coating of the wall panels and railings, and balcony waterproofing. The scope also included assessment and proposed solutions for aging roofing and window components.
Hals Consulting is a boutique engineering firm located in Boston, Massachusetts. We specialize in existing commercial, high-end residential/multi-family, and institutional building enclosures. Our approach is based on the recognition that every building is different and requires targeted services to identify and solve unique conditions.
Hals Consulting was founded by Peder Hals, PE. With nearly twenty years of professional experience, Peder is a licensed professional structural engineer (MA, NH and RI) with comprehensive building enclosure expertise. He has directly managed complex projects and teams across a broad scope, including investigations, condition assessments, repair design, and new construction and restoration envelope design consulting. Prior to his current role, Peder worked for nationally recognized consulting firms in the building enclosure industry, most recently as a Principal at RDH Building Science, Inc. (RDH), and before that over ten years with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE). Outside of work, Peder enjoys time with his wife and three daughters and is an avid skier and rock climber.
Please contact us with any questions or project needs and we will get back to you shortly. Hals Consulting serves clients ranging from building owners, developers, attorneys, building managers, and contractors. Each project request will be assessed individually to develop a scope that fits your needs.
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