TLS Laboratories

Specialties

Leak Investigations. Rain Related leaks. Window testing leak analysis. Window leaks, wall leaks french door leaks our specialty. TLS Laboratories is an industry leader in forensic window and door testing and leak detection. We specialize in tracking down and repairing difficult homeowner occupied leaks in windows, french doors, roofs, walls, decks, and chimneys. We also offer patented corner flashing products for both the commercial builder as well as the DIY homeowner. Licensed General Contractor and Building Inspector.

History

Established in 1997.

TLS Laboratories is a division of Builders Network, Inc. located in Laguna Niguel, California. TLS Laboratories was envisioned by Gene Summy in 1997. Gene owned a window and door supply company, selling windows and doors to some of California’s largest builders. After recognizing the need for qualified window experts in California, Gene founded TLS Laboratories.

By 1999 TLS Laboratories was busy helping many of California’s largest builders identify the methods and materials that should be used for window and door installations. What Gene pioneered in the California marketplace was water testing during the course of construction. Gene believed that a building should be water-​tight (water resistant) prior to the application of stucco or siding. This concept of water testing during construction was new to the building industry in California.

Through this experience, Gene has has two US patents based upon his work.

TLS Labs will find your leaks and help you decide how to fix them.

Meet the Business Owner

Gene S.

Business Owner

With more than 20 years experience in the field, Gene Summy is an ICC Building Inspector and Licensed CA B1 General Contractor specializing in Windows, Doors and Wall systems. His patented flashing method and products are setting the nationwide standard for window and door installation excellence while his Synergy Certification Program trains installers on these methods. His Corner Flash and Lightning Flash products are regularly specified by many of the nations largest architectural firms and he is regularly called upon as an expert witness.