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U.S. Trends: Make your DOT infrastructure projects last longer with a stronger focus on preventative maintenance.   DOT maintenance is important to provide safe and stable infrastructure to taxpayers. Bridges are especially critical to infrastructure and making repairs and maintenance is trending ahead of new, high-cost infrastructure.  Making existing roadways and bridges last longer is …

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How Engineering and Restoration Professionals Assist Commercial Property Owners to Determine Their Options Between Restoration and Building New   Considering the pros and cons of restoration vs. new build with engineering and restoration firms is something many commercial property owners must do to protect their investment. Each option has several variables to analyze in terms …

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Are you considering investing in a historical building? Or have you already signed the papers and need to make restoration decisions that best align with your investment goals?  There’s an art and science to it all.  At McGill Restoration, we don’t just bid to win projects. We partner to assess historic restoration jobs to make …

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Parking garages aren’t sexy but they are valuable investments when properly managed, which is very appealing from an ROI standpoint. Structures requiring extensive repairs can either be restored or replaced to maximize lifespan and potential profitability.  Making that big decision requires some understanding of the hard and soft costs along with the challenges attached to …

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Corrosion isn’t always obvious on steel structures. It often lurks beneath the surface, covered by industrial coatings that are designed to prevent corrosion. When critical industrial coatings deteriorate and fail, moisture and chemical elements can access and corrode steel.  Learning to identify breakdowns and weak points in industrial coatings can help identify corrosion that is …

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Do you REALLY understand the current condition of your commercial structure?  Most folks walk past crumbling and damaged masonry without noticing the problem. Without a trained eye, observing masonry damage is difficult and it often takes a major event to reveal problems.  At McGill Restoration, many of our customers call when they notice these common …

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Commercial structure owners should consider regular assessments to understand the condition of their investment. Ignoring key signs of early deterioration can lead to greater problems and put the structure at risk of closure. Learning to assess your structure and monitor for weaknesses can mitigate future repair costs. Identifying issues and solving problems early is one …

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Let’s face it – not all contractors are created equal. While many are trustworthy and capable, there are shady operators who lowball bids and execute subpar quality work. Your commercial restoration project is a major investment in the longevity and safety of the structure and finding a trusted contractor should be fundamental to the project …

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Many commercial buildings are constructed with large structural steel and metallic components. Metals are fantastic for building and they have the ability to create long-lasting, extremely durable structures. The kryptonite to any metal structure (steel in particular) however is corrosion.   What Exactly is Corrosion? It begins small, with barely noticeable pitting that does not …

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Healthcare facilities require maintenance and restoration like any other commercial structure. The processes and demands are much higher, and every project presents unique needs that require creative solutions. The McGill Restoration team is specially equipped to conquer common challenges associated with healthcare facility work and has a proven track record of successful completion on especially …

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