Aquatech Consultancy, Inc.

06/17/2026

Not all rainscreen systems are created equal.

When it comes to managing moisture, durability, and long-term building performance, understanding the difference between drained and back-ventilated rainscreens and pressure-equalized rainscreens is critical. While both are designed to control water intrusion, they achieve it in very different ways, and each has advantages depending on the building type, exposure conditions, and project goals.

At Aquatech, we help owners, architects, and contractors evaluate building envelope systems to reduce risk, improve performance, and protect long-term investments.

This article provides a helpful overview of the differences and key considerations when selecting a rainscreen approach: https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94843-drained-and-back-ventilated-rainscreens-vs-pressurized-equalized-rainscreens

Drained or pressure-equalized? The difference goes beyond terminology. Discover how each rainscreen approach manages water, impacts performance, and influences smarter façade design decisions.

06/16/2026

Among the many QC tests we offer, did you know we also provide Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) for flat roofs and decks? Just one more way we help protect your building before issues arise.

Contact Meagan Svendsen (925) 262-0667 / [email protected] or call our office for more information!

06/04/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of former Aquatech team member, John Martin.

John was a valued part of the Aquatech family, and we are grateful for the time, knowledge, and dedication he shared with our team throughout his many years with the company.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him.

He will be remembered fondly and deeply missed.

04/29/2026

Early coordination is everything.

Aquatech Consultancy is currently engaged on a high-end residential project providing full building envelope consulting and construction phase oversight services. This project includes a two-story residence over a basement, a ground-level attached ADU, and approximately 11,000 SF of conditioned space.

We recently met on-site for a below-grade waterproofing preconstruction meeting to align on key details early. With features like a basement-level pool, roof decks over occupied areas, large window walls, and expansive patio door systems, getting ahead of waterproofing, transitions, and sequencing is critical.

These early conversations are where risk is reduced, details are clarified, and long-term performance is set in motion.

Have a project we can support? We’d love to connect.