When it comes to ensuring the integrity of your building’s envelope, having proper drainage schematics in place play an integral role in determining the longevity and occupant comfort level of your property. Two core aspects of these schematics are the structure’s...
As the winter months quickly approach, moisture builds and the resulting leaks in buildings become a more prevalent problem that needs to be quickly addressed. At their core, many building leaks that are properly investigated are linked to envelop failures. Read on to...
Two of the core services that Orata Engineering provides are drainage planning and site grading design. Drainage plans and site grading work together to manage surface water run-off, preventing it from damaging buildings, infrastructure and the environment. The role...
One of the reasons that site grading services in Calgary are so important is that the city of Calgary has a site grading bylaw that all new residential and commercial building lots must comply with. The bylaw was developed to improve water drainage systems throughout...
One of the questions we get asked a lot at Orata Engineering has to do with digital terrain modeling. Many of us have heard of the term although not everyone is sure what it is and why it is important. Digital terrain modeling plays a critical role in site planning,...
