The Hill School – Alumni Chapel Roof Truss Repair
Historic Restorations
Project Type
Private K-12 Schools
Project Description
Structural repairs to a historic chapel located on an occupied academic campus. As the extent of deterioration of the bearings and configuration of the connections varied from truss to truss collaboration with the design team and structural engineer was imperative to address the differing field conditions from the design conditions and devise solutions to maintain schedule and budget.
The scope of the project also included partial removal of the organ pipes, protection of the console, and disassemble, protect, and reassemble the organ.
Awards
Award of Excellence - Eastern PA Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors
Owner
The Hill School
Architect
John Milner Architects
Location
Pottstown, Montgomery County, PA
Square Feet
4,000 square feet
Construction Time
Three months