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Richard Scott-AIA, NCARB, LEED AP of Liberty Building Forensics Group

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How to protect yourself from hidden mold problems during a purchase of a hotel

Most prospective owners involved in the process of acquiring a hotel property understand that some renovations may be necessary, but aren’t prepared for hidden moisture and mold...
March 1, 2019
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Don't let a simple band-aid fix cause a mold problem in your hotel

A mid-rise hotel in Tampa, Florida had recently undergone a sale. The new owner, who was changing flags, was updating the Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) to meet...
Feb. 7, 2019
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Hotel renovation for the Super Bowl halted due to mold outbreak

Hotel renovation projects are often scheduled around upcoming events like large conventions or sporting events. For obvious reasons, these types of renovations typically have ...
Jan. 28, 2019
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Hotel renovation threatened due to unexpected mold on plaster walls

There’s an assumption in the hotel industry that plaster walls are not susceptible to mold growth--but don’t let your guard down. Experts at Liberty Building Forensics Group (...
Jan. 21, 2019
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Air barriers: Expectations vs. reality

When it comes to building performance, too much of a good thing can become a bad thing. Humidification to provide medical patient comfort is a good thing. Frost and ice damage...
Jan. 14, 2019
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Monitor these 9 vital signs to avoid widespread mold & moisture problems in your building

Unique vital signs can help determine the health of a building as it relates to a mold and moisture problem, similar to measuring the health of a human body by taking vitals. ...
Nov. 20, 2018
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Hotel renovation: More than just minding the dust

Sign up for our free Aug. 2 webinar on “Hotel Renovations: More Than Just Minding the Dust”. The time has come to perform that next renovation cycle for your hotel. You have successfull...
July 13, 2018