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Pce Is Proud to Build Long-Lasting Commercial Spaces for Businesses & Organizations in Mid-MO.
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 13 Mar, 2024
Your Search for a Qualified Commercial Contractor Stops Here. Choose PCE to Build Your Business or Organization in Mid-Missouri.
Don’t Build With a Commercial Contractor Who Can’t Answer These Ten Questions. Call PCE Instead.
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 02 Feb, 2024
Before You Choose a Commercial Contractor in Mid-Missouri, Be Sure to Ask These Ten Questions.
Professional Contractors & Engineers Is Mid-Missouri’s Leading Commercial Contracting Team.
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 14 Apr, 2023
Do You Need to Hire a Commercial Contractor in Mid-Missouri? Learn How to Find the Right Contractor for Your Commercial Build with PCE.
When Your Commercial Property in Mid-Missouri Is Dated, Trust PCE to Rebuild or Renovate.
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 10 Mar, 2023
When Your Commercial Building Starts Showing Signs of Aging, Call Professional Contractors & Engineers for Reliable Renovation & Construction in Mid-Missouri!
PCE Builds Attractive & Modern Structures in Mid-Missouri. We Communicate & Work Professionally.
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 08 Mar, 2023
Not Sure What to Expect When Building a Commercial Space in Mid-Missouri? Professional Contractors & Engineers Is Here to Help.
How to Prep a Commercial Building for the Wintertime in Mid-Missouri
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 24 Aug, 2022
January 10, 2021 Missouri is known for its extreme fluctuations in temperature. On any given day of the week, temperatures can fluctuate between 20 or even 30 degrees. It is one of the reasons non-Missourians refer to the state as “Misery.” According to the Weather Atlas, “The worst time to visit Missouri is from December to February. The cold season occasionally records extreme temperatures that dip below -20°F (-28.9°C) during the night, while the days scarcely cross 40°F (4.4°C).” For a die-hard Missourian, a 40° day in winter seems blissful. If you own a commercial building in the state, winters can be brutal. Whether it is the rapidly changing temperatures, snow, or ice, make sure your building is ready for the next month or two. Here are six pro tips to help you maintain and prepare your commercial facility for the weeks ahead. Tip #1: Check after-hours thermostat settings As the Weather Atlas suggests, Missouri winter nights can dip below -20°F. To protect pipes from freezing and potentially bursting, make sure your thermostat remains at a steady 50°F – 55°F overnight or for the weekends. Check exposed and interior pipes for signs of freezing. To further protect pipes, consider insulating them. Here is an useful reference to get help with fixing your air conditioner. Tip #2: Inspection of roof drains and gutters Consistently frigid temperatures can cause ice build-up in several areas, including drains and gutters. An ”ice dam” is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof. Keeping your roof drains clean and clear of debris helps prevent the problem of ice build-up and overloading on roofs. The window installers and roofing experts can help with any fixtures that is required. The gutters need to be fixed sooner in case of problems as Quality Built Exteriors reports that gutters help divert water away from your home. Tip #3: Monitor snowfall and accumulation on roofs Regularly remove snow before accumulations get too great. Flat roofs are especially vulnerable to winter snow damage due to the drifting of snow. In central Missouri, roofs are typically designed for a snow loading of 20 pounds per square foot. Drifting snow can often exceed that loading. Before the snow hits, check the seams, membrane, and flashing on your roof. As the snow melts, the water finds the path of least resistance, so seal every area of your roof. Also, be sure to clear snow from roof vents and exhaust pipes. As you are removing snow, be cautious with metal snow shovels or ice chippers. You do not want to damage the roof surface. If you are not capable of removing the snow, have a snow removal service on standby. In winter, check your roof for “ice dams,” as well. These dams build up along the eaves of a building and can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up and pour into your structure. Ice dams also prevent melting snow from draining off the roof. Tip #4: Know and have a diagram for shut-off locations When winter weather strikes hard, be prepared to shut off individual systems. Know the shut-off location for the water, electrical, and gas mains. Regularly test emergency generators and fire protection systems. Check tree limbs around the building. An ice storm could cause power outages when tree limbs fall. In case you are not available, make sure there is a detailed diagram of all information. Tip #5: Protect employees and customers starting on the outside Keep driveways and walkways clear of ice and snow using sand, chemical pellets, or salt. Invest in quality floor mats to maintain safety indoors. Regularly inspect outdoor lighting. The winter months remain darker longer. Therefore, people will often leave your building in the dark. Tip #6: Regular inspection of all systems Your HVAC system works harder in the winter. Be sure you regularly inspect and service it. Examine roofs, weather stripping, and insulation ( look at this site ) for holes or leaks and repair to prevent energy loss. Inspect the building for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. Although the winter season may be almost over, the chance for bad weather isn’t. Missouri has snowstorms as late as April some years. Be prepared. A little planning can lead to a much easier Spring. Contact PCE Contact our team if you need help planning or discussing any of our action items.
Custom Commercial Construction
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 24 Aug, 2022
February 4, 2016  Construction Corner Series: When meeting with a client, Professional Contractors & Engineers, Inc. analyzes the best method of construction to meet the client’s specific priorities and needs. In addition to our custom conventional commercial building, PCE also specializes in tilt-up construction and pre-engineered metal buildings. In an effort to help outline the construction options PCE has available, we’ve developed a short series to help showcase the differences between the types of construction. Part 3 of 3 – Custom Commercial Construction PCE’s proud history of construction legacy spans nearly 100 years. PCE has an extensive experience in a variety of custom commercial construction market segments including: medical, office, schools, industrial, retail, churches, and special projects (e.g. airport hangars, Missouri Veterans Memorial, treatment plants, and reservoirs). In an effort to serve our client’s needs, PCE and Simon Oswald Associates created Diamond Design/Build partnership . Through the Diamond Design/Build partnership, PCE offers one-stop, full service architectural, planning and construction services. By consolidating these services, PCE can complete your project faster, better and less expensively. ABOUT: When it comes to commercial construction, if you can dream it, PCE can build it. Every one of our projects is built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect and commitment between the entire construction team. This partnering approach, coupled with the application of today’s finest construction technology, delivers value that results in a one-of-a-kind solution PCE’s clients can be proud of. Each member of our team of professionals has more than 25 years of engineering, contracting and construction management experience. PCE uses that experience and diverse knowledge to give its clients a wide range of architectural and structural solutions. BENEFITS: Some of the benefits of custom construction include: design flexibility, cost-effective solutions, design-build partnership, experience of the PCE team, unique and custom finished product. > Are you considering remodeling or building a new business building in Missouri? Give PCE a call today and let us help guide you through the process.
Tilt-Up Construction
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 24 Aug, 2022
January 20, 2016 Construction Corner Series: When meeting with a client, Professional Contractors & Engineers, Inc. analyzes the best method of construction to meet the client’s specific priorities and needs. In addition to our custom conventional commercial building, PCE also specializes in tilt-up construction and pre-engineered metal buildings. In an effort to help outline the construction options PCE has available, we’ve developed a short series to help showcase the differences between the types of construction. Part 1 of 3 – Tilt-Up Construction PCE in conjunction with experienced architects, engineers and subcontractors have been doing Tilt-Up construction since 1999. ABOUT: As the name indicates, Tilt-Up construction is a method of casting concrete wall panels on the job site and then tilting the panels into place to create the structure of the building. Tilt-up construction is a great option for industrial and commercial buildings with less than 50 percent wall opening space. According to the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, “Tilt-Up construction is one of the fastest growing industries in the United States… At least 10,000 building, enclosing more than 650 million square feet are constructed each year using this construction method.” BENEFITS: Some of the benefits of Tilt-Up construction include: cost savings, durability, custom design, easy maintenance, security, fire resistance, and construction speed. Because of the many advantages of Tilt-Up construction, during the build and after completion, PCE believes Tilt-Up construction will continue to grow as a viable option — possibly even surpassing steel buildings and custom builds on large industrial commercial buildings. > Are you considering Tilt-Up construction for your next commercial project in Missouri? Give PCE a call today and let us help guide you through the process – 573-442-1113! 
Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 24 Aug, 2022
January 27, 2016 Construction Corner Series: When meeting with a client, Professional Contractors & Engineers, Inc. analyzes the best method of construction to meet the client’s specific priorities and needs. In addition to our custom conventional commercial building, PCE also specializes in tilt-up construction and pre-engineered metal buildings. In an effort to help outline the construction options PCE has available, we’ve developed a short series to help showcase the differences between the types of construction. Part 2 of 3 – Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings PCE in conjunction with experienced architects, engineers and subcontractors has been building pre-engineered metal buildings 1999. ABOUT: Pre-Engineered metal buildings are regularly utilized as an economical solution for both large and small industrial and commercial buildings. Due to the building system utilized, pre-engineered metal buildings allow for the creation of a framed space without the requirement of interior supporting columns. Contrary to popular belief, pre-engineered metal buildings are actually custom-engineered to specific dimensions to meet the needs of the client and local building code regulations. According to the Metal Building Manufacturers Association, “Metal building shipments over the past five years have held steady compared to total non-residential construction, and metal buildings remain the frontrunner in the low-rise, non-residential construction sector with over 50% market share (when compared to the F.W. Dodge Estimated Market report).”  BENEFITS: Some of the benefits of pre-engineered metal buildings include: cost, design flexibility, sustainability, low maintenance, durability, and quick construction time. > Are you considering a pre-engineered metal building for your next commercial project in Missouri? Give PCE a call today and let us help guide you through the process.
Hope Center – Mexico, Missouri
By Professional Contractors & Engineers 24 Aug, 2022
December 5, 2015 Our PCE team is honored to be putting final touches on the 16-bed residential facility for the Hope Center in Mexico, Missouri. The Center is fully operational and the Hope Center staff are continuing to fulfill the Center’s amazing mission: “To partner with the people we serve, their families, communities, and other human service organizations in providing quality behavioral health services and supports.” “Hope Center is a 16 bed transitional psychiatric group home. [That provides] Intensive CPR Services in an Intensive Residential Treatment Setting (IRTS). [They] serve clients with a wide variety of complex and co-occurring conditions and challenging needs including serious and persistent mental illness who require stability, assistance and support before they can successfully transition back into the community,” according to the Arthur Center website. The new building allowed the Hope Center to relocate from its previous location in Fulton State Hospital to the new location off of Teal Lake Road. The Hope Center is an extension of the Arthur Center we’ve written about previously.
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