Construction Crack Monitoring for Historic Buildings and Landmarks
Historic buildings and landmark structures tell the story of New York City. From century-old masonry façades to ornate stonework and cast-iron details, these structures are often architecturally irreplaceable and far more vulnerable to nearby construction activity than modern buildings. When excavation, pile driving, foundation work, or heavy demolition begins adjacent to a historic or landmarked […]
Dust and Air Quality Monitoring for Interior Gut Renovations in Occupied Buildings
Interior gut renovations are disruptive by nature: walls come down, finishes are demolished, and systems are reworked. When those renovations happen in an occupied building, the stakes are much higher. Construction dust and airborne contaminants don’t just affect workers; they can travel into tenant spaces, offices, classrooms, and patient care areas, creating health concerns, complaints, […]
Construction Trends and Outlook for 2026
As we move through 2025 and look toward 2026, we’ve been reviewing the critical issues and trends affecting the construction industry. While the industry has stabilized since the post-pandemic volatility, new challenges have emerged. Nationwide, the persistent labor shortage remains a primary constraint, while “high-tech” manufacturing and data center construction are booming. In New York […]
Subway & Tunnel Adjacent Work: Special Monitoring Considerations in NYC
When construction happens next to New York City’s subways or vehicular tunnels, the margin for error is razor-thin. Sensitive underground infrastructure, tight urban sites, and constant vibration sources (trains, traffic, equipment) mean you need more than a standard monitoring plan; you need a specialized strategy built for transit-adjacent conditions. Saltus Construction Monitoring Services specializes in […]
Why Outdated Construction Monitoring Methods Put NYC Projects at Risk
High-rise and large-scale construction in New York City comes with unique complexities: dense neighborhoods, aging infrastructure, subway systems, and landmark buildings packed into tight footprints. For project leaders, structural engineers, and construction teams, this means the margin for error is minimal. Traditional monitoring methods, including occasional inspections, manual reporting, or reactive troubleshooting, are no longer […]
The Advantages of Automated Motorized Total Stations (AMTS) for Optical Structural Surveying
At Saltus Construction Monitoring Services, we use cutting-edge tools to ensure that buildings surrounding an active construction site remain protected during various activities (such as excavation, underpinning, and demolition) that could contribute to potential damage. One of the most powerful tools in our toolkit is the Automated Motorized Total Station (AMTS). Below, we answer some […]
Top Questions to Ask Your Construction Monitoring Service Provider
Whether you’re managing a new development, infrastructure upgrade, or renovation project in a dense urban environment like New York City, you have to take the necessary steps to protect adjacent buildings and minimize construction-related risks. Choosing a qualified construction monitoring service provider is one of the most important decisions you can make to ensure safety, […]
The Economic Benefits of Proactive Construction Monitoring
In New York City’s dense urban environment, even the smallest construction project can trigger ripple effects across neighboring buildings. That’s why proactive construction monitoring has become not just a smart option, but a critical investment for developers looking to protect their timelines, budgets, and reputations. At Saltus Construction Monitoring Services, we specialize in safeguarding structures […]
How Does Saltus Help Reduce Community Complaints During High-Impact Construction?
High-impact construction projects in New York City are often necessary to keep the city growing. However, they can also disrupt the lives of residents, business owners, and commuters. Saltus specializes in minimizing these disruptions through targeted construction monitoring solutions that help keep construction-related activities safe, compliant, and as non-intrusive as possible. Below is a breakdown […]
Meeting NYC DEP Dust Regulations: How Saltus Can Help You Stay Compliant
Construction in New York City is complicated enough thanks to tight timelines, crowded job sites, and layers of regulations. But there’s one thing that often slips under the radar until it causes a big problem: dust. Specifically, the kind of airborne particulate matter that can lead to NYC DEP violations, work stoppages, and hefty fines. […]