One of the most successful technologies used today to deter rainwater intrusion into a building's exterior wall and protect its envelope is the rainscreen system. Introduced more than 20 years ago in the United States, rainscreen technology has continued to advance, along with its popularity among building owners who desire a "stylish raincoat" for their structure.

“Cost-effective”, “Preventative” and “Maintenance” are all common buzz-words used in the construction industry, and while the terminology is understood, few really understand how to make “cost-effective preventative maintenance” a reality for their facility.

While students are not in school due to the COVID-19 shutdown, the experts at Western Specialty Contractors say now is an ideal time for facility managers to restore the building facades on their campus.

While many churches across the United States are closed during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequently were closed for Easter services, one Catholic parish in Union, Missouri used its closure to make much-needed repairs to its historic church.

David Grandbois, assistant branch manager for Western Specialty Contractors Minneapolis, was named one of the International Concrete Repair Institute's first 40 Under 40 Award recipients.

Western Specialty Contractors has been named to the St. Louis Business Journal's 2018 Top 150+ Privately Held Companies list.

Western Specialty Contractors has promoted Ed Carter of Dallas, Texas, to branch manager of its Dallas/North Texas branch office. 

Western Specialty Contractors’ Crystal Moyer has been promoted to senior national account program manager.

Western Specialty Contractors has promoted Kevin Rogers of Deer Park, Ill. to branch manager of its Chicago Facades Branch.