Building Envelope Consulting in Charleston, South Carolina
Jackson Envelope Consulting (JEC) provides independent building envelope consulting, forensic investigation, and field testing services for commercial office buildings, historic commercial properties, industrial assets, and coastal real estate throughout Charleston, Historic Downtown, Mount Pleasant, Kiawah Island, Isle of Palms, and North Charleston.
Charleston’s Lowcountry Coastal Environment Demands More
Charleston presents a uniquely demanding environment, combining Atlantic hurricane exposure, high humidity, heavy salt air, and low-lying coastal flooding threats. Furthermore, Charleston's commercial landscape blends historic brick and stucco restoration with state-of-the-art modern commercial construction. Uncontrolled moisture migration in this climate causes paint failure, wood rot, masonry efflorescence, and mold proliferation.
JEC provides specialized building science solutions tailored to both modern commercial developments and historic preservation projects.
Wind-Driven Rain & Hurricane Preparedness
Exposed to Atlantic tropical storms and hurricanes, Charleston commercial properties endure extreme wind-driven rain pressures. Third-party AAMA/ASTM field spray testing for impact-resistant windows and electronic leak detection on flat roofs and plaza decks are essential for ensuring building resilience during major storm events.
Our Charleston Services
Design Review — Coastal high-wind design, historic masonry integration, and waterproofing
Construction Phase QA Observations
AAMA 502/503 & ASTM E1105 Spray Testing for commercial fenestration
Forensic Moisture Intrusion & Leak Investigation
Thermal Imaging (IR) Building Diagnostics
Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) for low-slope roof and plaza assemblies
Property Condition Assessment / Due Diligence
Contact JEC to discuss your commercial, historic, or industrial project in Charleston.