Description:

A six-story dormitory building on the Central Connecticut State University campus was suffering from moisture migration throughout the roof and masonry.  Deteriorated conditions were bad enough to require emergency repairs until an in-depth investigation could be performed and repairs implemented.

The firm of Martin A. Benassi, AIA - Architect was retained to perform an investigation into the cause of the moisture migration into the masonry and the extent of damage to the building.  Masonry cores into the facade revealed that the brick veneer and masonry backup act as a single structural unit limiting some of the options available for restoration.  The existing built-up asphalt and gravel roof was beyond repair and required replacement.   Several recommendations were made, including a new pitched standing seam roof utilizing lightweight steel framing and a low slope, fully adhered EPDM membrane on tapered insulation.