halo construction proposal

TUCKPOINTING AND MASONRY RESTORATION

PROPOSAL

SUBMITTED TO: Westward management

Project: 1707-09 W. Greenleaf

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July 28, 2011 Bret Nelson

Westward Management 4311 N. Ravenswood Ave, 2nd Floor Chicago, IL 60613 P: 800.901.5431 x. 9214 F: 773.897.0686 www.westwardmanagement.com

RE: Proposal for masonry repairs at: 1707-09 W. Greenleaf Dear Bret,

Thank you for giving Halo the opportunity to service your construction needs. We look forward to another successfully completed project. The team that we have in place has both the experience and the knowledge needed to get the job done. Masonry defects are not easy to rectify. Doing excessive unnecessary work can easily double a repair budget, while not doing sufficient work results in continued leaking and more repairs. Before any work begins diligent investigation into the cause of the failures must be made.

The site visit we have made and the walk through of the units, provided us with the information we need to recommend the required repairs. The water test we completed was especially helpful in isolating the

masonry failures outlined in the proposal. Attached you will find our proposal for the masonry and roof repairs needed. It reflects our best estimate for the labor required to be invested into this project, and all associated costs. During my site visit I noticed many issues throughout the building that need repairs. Due to the extent of the information I have broken them down in this proposal for a better understanding. I will also like to take this opportunity to emphasize our commitment to professionalism and client satisfaction, both of which are keystones of our business success.

Sincerely,

Sebastian Jolta Account Manager Halo Design + Build 773.551.3393 - Cell 847.737.1015 - Office [email protected] – E-mail

http://www.westwardmanagement.com/

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WHY CHOOSE HALO?

Licensed Architects

On Site Project Manager Experienced Craftsman Quality Materials

We believe the most important decision in a construction project is choosing the right contractor for this

job. So what separates the amateur from the professional? After all every construction company prides itself on its “professionalism”. We believe a professional job is the result of a simple formula: knowledge, supervision, quality craftsmen, and quality materials. So how does Halo measure up? Knowledge: Our licensed architects provide the knowledge needed for to get the job done. Should any questions arise on your job site, their expertise is only a phone call away. We do not outsource the architectural work, but employee licensed architects on our staff.

Supervision: After the plans are drawn and the decisions are made, it is up to the laborers on the job site to put into action the decisions made by owners and management. So how do you know they are doing a good job? At HALO we don’t hope so, we know so. We have our project managers on site managing the different trades to ensure the proper installation techniques are implemented.

Quality Craftsmen: Quality craftsmen have two things in common: knowledge and experience. HALO has

completed hundreds of successful projects and provides continued education to our employees, resulting in quality craftsmanship time and time again. Quality Materials: At HALO we pride ourselves on only using quality materials. We are only as good as the materials we use. Cutting cost by using lower grade material is never an option.

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DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES PROVIDED: City of Chicago Building Permits: The City of Chicago will require a repair permit for the work that needs to be performed. Completing masonry repairs 4 ft. from a sidewalk or entrance will require a scaffolding permit to be pulled for a canopy. The canopy can only be installed by a City of Chicago approved scaffolding company. We will obtain all required Tuck-pointing permits and scaffolding permits required by the City of Chicago.

Swing Stage:

A swing stage will be utilized during the project. The swing stage will meet all

OSHA safety requirements.

Pedestrian Canopy:

Pedestrian canopies will be erected as required by city and OSHA safety regulations to protect pedestrians during the project.

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Problems Identified: NORTH ELEVATION:

1. Mortar Joint Failure: Mortar joint failure was observed on the North elevation parapet. The structural integrity of the wall does not appear to be compromised; however the cracks produced by the failure of the

mortar joints will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.

Action: We will tuck-point approx. 350 sq. ft. of the North elevation. First we will grind out all mortar joints to a depth of ¾ inch. Once the grinding is completed all dust will be flushed out of the mortar joints. Once the mortar joints have been cleaned we will apply (2) layers of new mortar: Industry standard Type S mortar. (Special Note: Prior to the mortar being applied, sample batches will be made to ensure the new mortar matches the existing mortar as much as possible. A good repair is one that does not look like a repair, without sample batches looking at color swatches does not work.)

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2. Masonry Sealing: Once the masonry repairs have been made we will apply Sure Klean Custom Masonry Sealer. Sealing the brick and limestone will control rain water penetration into the brick, thereby extending the lifespan of the repairs made.

SOUTH ELEVATION:

1. Mortar Joint Failure: Mortar joint failure was observed on the South elevation including all three (3) bay

parapets. The structural integrity of the wall does not appear to be compromised; however the cracks produced by the failure of the mortar joints will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity. Action: We will tuck-point approx. 600 sq. ft. of the South elevation including all three (3) bay parapets. First we will grind out all mortar joints to a depth of ¾ inch. Once the grinding is completed all dust will be flushed out of the mortar joints. Once the mortar joints have been cleaned we will apply (2) layers of new

mortar: Industry standard Type S mortar. (Special Note: Prior to the mortar being applied, sample batches will be made to ensure the new mortar matches the existing mortar as much as possible. A good repair is one that does not look like a repair, without sample batches looking at color swatches does not work.) 2. Masonry Sealing: Once the masonry repairs have been made we will apply Sure Klean Custom Masonry

Sealer. Sealing the brick and limestone will control rain water penetration into the brick, thereby extending the lifespan of the repairs made.

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EAST ELEVATION:

1. Mortar Joint Failure: Mortar joint failure was observed on the East elevation parapets. The structural integrity of the wall does not appear to be compromised; however the cracks produced by the failure of the mortar joints will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.

Action: We will tuck-point approx. 150 sq. ft. of the East elevation parapets. First we will grind out all

mortar joints to a depth of ¾ inch. Once the grinding is completed all dust will be flushed out of the mortar joints. Once the mortar joints have been cleaned we will apply (2) layers of new mortar: Industry standard Type S mortar. (Special Note: Prior to the mortar being applied, sample batches will be made to ensure the

new mortar matches the existing mortar as much as possible. A good repair is one that does not look like a repair, without sample batches looking at color swatches does not work.)

2. Masonry Sealing: Once the masonry repairs have been made we will apply Sure Klean Custom Masonry Sealer. Sealing the brick and limestone will control rain water penetration into the brick, thereby extending the lifespan of the repairs made. 3. Parapet Wall Cap: Cap failure was observed on parapet wall (E). Cracks in the Parapet wall cap will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.

Action: We will replace approx. 27 linear ft. cap replacement. We will remove existing damaged caps and replace them with matching new clay caps.

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WEST ELEVATION:

1. Mortar Joint Failure: Mortar joint failure was observed on the West elevation including all three (3) bay parapets. The structural integrity of the wall does not appear to be compromised; however the cracks

produced by the failure of the mortar joints will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity. Action: We will tuck-point approx. 670 sq. ft. of the East elevation including all three (3) bay parapets. First we will grind out all mortar joints to a depth of ¾ inch. Once the grinding is completed all dust will be flushed out of the mortar joints. Once the mortar joints have been cleaned we will apply (2) layers of new mortar: Industry standard Type S mortar. (Special Note: Prior to the mortar being applied, sample batches

will be made to ensure the new mortar matches the existing mortar as much as possible. A good repair is one that does not look like a repair, without sample batches looking at color swatches does not work.)

2. Masonry Sealing: Once the masonry repairs have been made we will apply Sure Klean Custom Masonry Sealer. Sealing the brick and limestone will control rain water penetration into the brick, thereby extending the lifespan of the repairs made.

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PARAPET WALLS:

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PARAPET WALL (A):

1. Parapet Wall Cap: Cap failure was observed on parapet wall (A). Cracks in the Parapet wall cap will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.


PARAPET WALL (B):

1. Parapet Wall Cap: Cap failure was observed on parapet wall (B). Cracks in the Parapet wall cap will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.


PARAPET WALL (C):

1. Parapet Wall Cap: Cap failure was observed on parapet wall (C). Cracks in the Parapet wall cap will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.


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PARAPET WALL (D):

1. Parapet Wall Cap: Cap failure was observed on parapet wall (D). Cracks in the Parapet wall cap will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.

Action: We will replace approx. 35 linear ft. cap replacement. We will remove existing damaged caps and replace them with matching new clay caps. 2. Mortar Joint Failure: Mortar joint failure was observed parapet wall (D). The structural integrity of the

wall does not appear to be compromised; failure of the mortar joints will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.

Action: We will tuck-point approx. 280 sq. ft. of parapet wall (D). First we will grind out all mortar joints to a depth of ¾ inch. Once the grinding is completed all dust will be flushed out of the mortar joints. Once the mortar joints have been cleaned we will apply (2) layers of new mortar: Industry standard Type S mortar. (Special Note: Prior to the mortar being applied, sample batches will be made to ensure the new mortar

matches the existing mortar as much as possible. A good repair is one that does not look like a repair, without sample batches looking at color swatches does not work.) Option 2: The best option due to the excessive leaking inside the units in our opinion is to extend the roof membrane up the entire parapet wall. 2. Masonry Sealing: Once the masonry repairs have been made we will apply Sure Klean Custom Masonry

Sealer. Sealing the brick and limestone will control rain water penetration into the brick, thereby extending the lifespan of the repairs made.

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PARAPET WALL (F):

1. Parapet Wall Cap: Cap failure was observed on parapet wall (F). Cracks in the Parapet wall cap will allow moisture to penetrate into the wall cavity, thus causing water damage in the interior of the masonry cavity.

Action: We will replace approx. 27 linear ft. cap replacement. We will remove existing damaged caps and

replace them with matching new clay caps.

INTERIOR MASINAROY:

UNIT: 7034 – 3

1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior above the south bay window as well as in the office on the south wall. Bricks spall when they are too soft and porous. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task.

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Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately fifty (50) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will be removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar.

UNIT: 7022 – 3

1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior above the bay window as well as in one of the bedrooms on the south wall. Bricks spall when they are too soft and porous. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface.

Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task.

Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately sixty (60) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will be removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar.

UNIT: 7030 – 3

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1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior south wall in the living room. Bricks spall when they are too soft and porous. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task.

Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately sixty (60) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will be removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar.

UNIT: 1701 – 3

1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior above the east bay window as well on the wast

wall above the rear roor. Bricks spall when they are too soft and porous. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task. Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately eighty (80) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will be

removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar. UNIT: 1703 – 3

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1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior above the exterior wall in bedrooms 1 & 2 as well as in the living room above the bay windows. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task.

Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately one hundred (100) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will be removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar.

UNIT: 1707 – 3

1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior above the exterior wall in bedrooms 1 & 2 as well as in the living room above the bay windows. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task.

Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately one hundred (100) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will be removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar.

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UNIT: 1709 – 3

1. Spalling Brick: Spalling brick was observed on the interior above the exterior wall in bedrooms 1 & 2 as well as in the living room east wall and above the bay windows. This permits the brick to absorb and retain too much water which then can freeze and expand breaking away the brick surface. Unfortunately, it is almost impossibly to repair a brick that has succumbed to spalling. Bricks that have spalled have to be removed and replaced. A tedious and extremely time-consuming task.

Action: Bricks where excessive spalling has occurred will be cut out and replaced. We will replace approximately one hundred (100) bricks using new common brick to match the existing brick as much as possible. Bricks will

be removed using a hand chisel, masonry grinder, hammer and pic. New brick will be laid in standard running bond. Mortar color will be matched to existing mortar as much as possible, and made in accordance with ASTM C-270 specifications commonly known as Type S Mortar.

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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Job Commencement and Completion:

Commencement of work will be immediately upon issuance of building permit. Completion of construction will be approx. 2 weeks (weather dependent)

Client Responsibilities: 1. Client will be responsible for distributing proper work notification notices to tenants. Work area is strictly off limits

for duration of project. 2. Client is responsible for providing an electrical power source for the duration of the project. 3. Client is responsible for providing a water source for the duration of the project.

Termination of Services: This agreement may be terminated by Client or HALO in writing, should the other fail to perform its obligations hereunder. In the event of termination, the client shall pay HALO for all services rendered to the date of termination plus all reimbursable expenses. Applicable Laws: Unless otherwise specified, this agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state of Illinois.

General Conditions: 1. This proposal may be withdrawn if not approved within 30 days of submittal. 2. Any and all modifications to contract must be in writing and signed by both parties. 3. Approval of this proposal grants HALO the right to use the project address, for marketing purposes.

Confidentiality: HALO will treat all information relevant to project with strict confidentiality, unless instructed by client otherwise.

Masonry work as described above: $17,000.00

*Additional Options* Building Permit and Scaffolding: $1,600.00

Scaffolding Rental: $950.00 Scaffolding Permit: $150.00 Building Repair Permit: $500.00

Our total price for the above described project is: $18,600.00

(*SHORT TERM 0% INTEREST FINANCING AVAILIBLE*)

Terms of Payment: 25% Down-payment for job commencement 25% Upon completion of north, south, east and west elevation 50% Upon completion of court yard north, south and east elevation

We hope this proposal is clear and in line with your expectations.

PROPOSED BY: ACCEPTED BY:

_________________________ ___________________________ Halo Construction Owner/Building Representative

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