A Fun-Filled Day At The Annual Terra-Petra Summer Picnic

August 19, 2024
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A Fun-Filled Day At The Annual Terra-Petra Summer Picnic

Thank you to everyone who came out to the annual Terra-Petra Summer Picnic this year.  It’s always nice to connect outside the office with friends, family, co-workers and colleagues who help make Terra-Petra successful. It was a wonderful event, and a great day to be outdoors enjoying the summer weather.

The event was held this year at Rancho Los Cerritos in Long Beach, and we couldn’t have asked for a better setting.  The day was made extra special with delicious food from Marhalls’ Bodacious BBQ and live music and entertainment supplied by Common Allies along with a fun, and competitive, few rounds of bingo.

Thank you again to everyone who was able to join us this year, and thank you for being a part of Terra-Petra’s continued growth and success.

We look forward to seeing you all at the next Terra-Petra event!

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Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri

Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri

Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri, recently presented his 17th lunch and learn program for architecture, planning, and conservation firm, Architectural Resources Group, on June 16, 2021.

ARG’s projects encompass some of the West Coast’s most iconic buildings and sites, such as the rehabilitation of the Alcatraz Quartermaster Warehouse in San Francisco and renovation of the Trust Building in Downtown Los Angeles.

Barry presented the material remotely (we hope to be “in person – with lunch” the next go-around!), and it was well-received! During the Q&A, Barry was asked about his experience with historic buildings. He described a current consultation at the Egyptian Theater in Los Angeles (reopening 2022), and a completed consultation at the iconic Hotel Cecil in downtown Los Angeles. Barry spoke about the patience and creativity needed to deal with the limitations presented by these historical restorations. He was also asked to forward the seminar’s section on stucco tests, to an ARG conservator, as the material was evidently relevant to the work they perform.

Special thanks to Marcos Gonzalez-Bode for organizing the event.

Contact Terra-Petra for more information on how to schedule a Lunch and Learn Program for your organization.

About Terra-Petra Forensic Waterproofing Services

Due to the emerging demands of energy, sustainability, and functionality of both residential and commercial structures, coupled with a high rate of water infiltration litigation, building science, codes, and requirements are rapidly evolving requiring builders and architects to retain expert guidance. We use our knowledge and experience from years of legal and forensic cases to bring expertise to your project and introduce a balanced and systematic approach to the entire water management system and a proper integration of all components.

Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division

The Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division strives to provide a holistic approach to Building Envelope Consulting with a focus on “making our clients’ lives easier.” We achieve this goal by responding to our clients’ needs in a timely manner and serving as their single point of contact for any services they need. This approach has allowed the Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division a very steady and organic growth from the inception of the company in 2002.

Our clients have come back to Terra-Petra, again and again, with new needs asking if we can provide more and more services than for their previous project. Fortunately for us, our customer intimacy value discipline has allowed us to continually tailor and shape our service offerings to fit the increasingly defined definition of our customers’ needs. With offices in most major metropolitan areas across the country, Terra-Petra’s Waterproofing Division has successfully worked on a variety of building waterproofing projects around the United States in a variety of climates. We can respond in a moment’s notice to any client request.

Terra-Petra is Proudly Recognized as an SBE – Small Business Enterprise

June 15, 2021
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Terra-Petra is Proudly Recognized as an SBE – Small Business Enterprise

The SBE is a company-level diversity certification. Non-industry specific it is issued by a local or state government. Terra-Petra’s SBE certification is issued by the State of California.

Eligibility for certification as a Small Business Enterprise varies depending on the issuer. Requirements include the number of employees, the length of time the company has been in business and the net worth of the company’s owner.

In order for a small business to be eligible for certification, the small business must meet the following requirements in California:

  • Be independently owned and operated
  • Not dominant in the field of operation
  • The principal office must be located in California
  • Owners (officers, if a corporation) domiciled in California
  • A business with 100 or fewer employees; an average annual gross receipt of $15 million or less, over the last three tax years.
    • A small business will automatically be designated as a microbusiness, if gross annual receipts are less than $3,500,000; or the small business is a manufacturer with 25 or fewer employees.

Upon meeting the Small Business Certification eligibility requirements, certified small business (SBs) and microbusinesses (MBs) are entitled to the following benefits:

  • A five percent (5%) bid preference on applicable State solicitations.
  • Certified small business/microbusinesses are eligible for the State’s Small Business Participation Program. This program sets a goal for the use of small businesses in at least 25% of the State’s overall annual contract dollars.
  • Under the Prompt Payment Act, the State must pay a certified SB / MB higher interest penalty for late payment of an undisputed invoice. Prompt payment penalties for construction firms are addressed separately under Public Contract Code, Section 10261.5.
  • State agencies may use a streamlined process, known as the SB/DVBE Option, by contracting directly with a California certified small business/microbusiness for goods, services, information technology and Public Works projects. The solicitation must be valued at more than $5,000 and the State agency must obtain price quotes from at least two California certified small business/microbusiness.
  • The DGS-PD charges state and local agencies an administrative fee, when contracting with a California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) vendor. As an incentive, the fee is waived, if the CMAS vendor is a certified small business/microbusiness.

Terra-Petra maintains a working knowledge of numerous environmental and soil gas mitigation matters. Our staff includes Methane Consultants, Radon Mitigation Engineers, Construction Managers, Civil Engineers, Registered Environmental Assessors, Registered Geologist/Certified Engineering Geologist, Petroleum Geologists and Petroleum Engineers. This experience gives Terra-Petra the ability to find compromise solutions for any environmental concern that may arise.

Terra-Petra offers on-call consulting services in the City of Los Angeles. We are available to do the work or make official visits at any time as needed.

Contact us today at 1.888.540.5703 or info@terra-petra.com.

Barry Taheri, Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert

Barry Taheri – Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert

Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri, presented his latest Lunch & Learn presentation for the global architecture, planning, and design firm, Cannon Design, on May 6, 2021.

Barry presented the material remotely, and by all accounts, it was well-received with regard to the virtual design.

In his presentation, “The Principles of Building Enclosure Systems,” Taheri provided info on the importance of building waterproofing and the benefits of investing in mock-ups.

Contact Terra-Petra for more information on how to schedule a Lunch and Learn Program for your organization.

Terra-Petra Providing Waterproofing Services for New Project In West Hollywood

April 2, 2021
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Terra-Petra is thrilled to have been a part of this fabulous project being finished off in West Hollywood, The Pendry Hotel. Terra-Petra served as the Quality Assurance/Quality Control Waterproofing Inspectors throughout the entire construction process. We are also in the process of completing the QA/QC Fenestration Testing at the Residence in compliance with the project’s performance specifications.

Our field-testing crew has been ramping up over the last week to ensure we have the necessary labor and material to meet the demand of the water testing schedule. We are currently in production mode as we are testing the exterior fenestrations of the building with 3 crews working simultaneously.

Press About The Project

Re-Post From Vogue.com

The Britely, a New Member’s Club in Los Angeles, Is Feather-Filled and Fabulous

There’s this famous Oscar Wilde quote: “Everything in moderation, including moderation.” That very well could be plastered on the gilded door of The Britely, a new member’s only club in Los Angeles where maximalism is the modus operandi. There’s not one, but two Wolfgang Puck restaurants—one of which is painted a flamingo pink. Their rooftop bar, with sweeping views of L.A.’s urban sprawl, is adorned in jade palmeral-tiger print. Then there’s the hangout de resistance: an underground lounge with turquoise banquettes, gold lamé pillows, Hollywood Regency feather lamps, and a bowling alley. Simply put: it’s a place where you can have some serious fun. (Or as Estelle Lacroix, The Britely’s managing director puts it, “a little self-indulgence.”)

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Re-Post from LA.Eater.com

First Look Inside Wolfgang Puck’s Pair of New Restaurants at Pendry West Hollywood

Wolfgang Puck is making a pizza. The 71-year-old chef, who has become a household name from his airport eateries, grocery line, and upscale establishments, has been making pizza for a very long time. Best known for creating the smoked salmon pizza at Spago, which was one of the city’s first restaurants to have a wood-fired oven, Puck is contemplating the signature pizza at his new daytime hotel cafe Ospero.

He stretches the dough while posing for the camera, as if this was a shoot for a glossy fashion magazine. Puck is always posing, holding a dish out for maximum exposure. He, and the team at Ospero and the penthouse restaurant Merois, will likely need it as the ongoing pandemic continues to hamper an ideal opening scenario at the massive new Pendry West Hollywood.

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Terra-Petra Forensic Waterproofing Expert Hosts 15th Lunch & Learn

Terra-Petra Forensic Waterproofing Team Hosts 15th Lunch & Learn… Virtually

November 19, 2020
, Lunch and Learn, Terra-Petra News, The Waterproofing Experts Report, Training and Continuing Education, Waterproofing News

Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri, recently presented his 15th lunch and learn seminar for the global architecture, planning, and design firm, Gensler SF, on November 17, 2020.

This was Barry’s first time presenting the material remotely and by all accounts, it went well!

In his presentation, “The Principles of Building Enclosure Systems,” Taheri provided info on the importance of building waterproofing and the benefits of investing in mock-ups.

Special thanks to Leanne Vanderbyl for organizing this event on our behalf!

Contact Terra-Petra for more information on how to schedule a Lunch and Learn Program for your organization.

Terra-Petra Forensic Waterproofing Expert Hosts 14th Lunch & Learn

January 29, 2020
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Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri, recently presented his 14th lunch and learn seminar for the global architecture, planning, and design firm, Burgeoning Studio, at their LA Chinatown offices on Chung King Road on January 20, 2020.

In his presentation, “The Principles of Building Enclosure Systems,” Taheri provided info on the importance of building waterproofing and the benefits of investing in mock-ups, along with a live demonstration of dangerous wicking.

After covering his topic thoroughly, Barry discussed modular home projects and managing their roof systems with Mauricio, Celia, Wade, and Quentin in a lively Q&A.

Contact Terra-Petra for more information on how to schedule a Lunch and Learn Program for your organization.

Forensic Waterproofing Expert give 13th Lunch and Learn for OfficeUntitled

Forensic Waterproofing Expert Barry Taheri Holds Lunch & Learn Program

October 9, 2019
, Lunch and Learn, Terra-Petra News, The Waterproofing Experts Report

Terra-Petra’s Forensic Waterproofing Expert, Barry Taheri, recently presented his 13th lunch and learn program for OfficeUntitled, at their Los Angeles offices at 4200 Sepulveda Blvd on October 8, 2019.

In his presentation, “The Principles of Building Enclosure Systems,” Taheri provided info on the importance of building waterproofing and the benefits of investing in mock-ups, along with a few live demonstrations.

Lunch was catered once again by Mendocino Farms which was enjoyed and appreciated by the group. Terra-Petra offers special thanks to the OfficeUntitled operations staff for coordinating the event with our team.

Contact Terra-Petra for more information on how to schedule a Lunch and Learn Program for your organization.

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Terra-Petra Waterproofing Divison Sponsors 2018 Building Envelope Technology Symposium

November 19, 2018
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The Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division was proud to sponsor the 2018 RCI, Inc. Building Envelope Technology Symposium at the at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee, November 16-17, 2018. We had our executive team on hand (Barry Taheri, Josh Heidt, Dan Valdez and Justin Conaway).

This two-day educational program offered cutting-edge information regarding design, construction, maintenance and repair of modern and/or older building envelopes. The event’s open, inclusive environment encouraged attendees to ask questions and stimulates dialogue. Speakers offered relevant solutions by referencing real-world examples and specific case histories.

RCI’s expert instructors offered more than just technical data. Presenters reinforced program content with practical examples from applications in the field. With plenty of opportunities to ask questions, attendees got the answers they needed. Instructor/attendee dialogue was definitely encouraged. Geared towards building envelope professionals, architects, engineers, contractors, and facility managers, this program was invaluable to anyone involved with maintaining or designing building envelope systems.

rci-aia-logos-vertAttendees earned up to 12 Continuing Educational Hours (CEHs) from RCI.

Members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) earned up to 12 Learning Units (LUs) and Health Safety Welfar (HSW)>
Credit reported directly to AIA.

 

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