Expert Witnesses & Forensic Consultants Directory
Construction Defects
"These things are complicated …. The chances of it getting done ever without … some misstep are small." — Frank GehryConstruction defects expert witnesses, profiled in this directory, may consult on defects in architectural design, workmanship and building materials, including water seepage through roofs, windows and doors, siding and stucco deficiencies, slab leaks and cracks, faulty drainage, termite infestations, improper materials and material substitutions, structural failures and structural collapse, defective mechanicals and defective plumbing, inadequate and faulty electrical wiring, inadequate environmental controls, improper security measures and inadequate security devices, insufficient insulation, poor acoustics and inadequate noise suppression, inadequate firewalls, improper landscaping, and related construction defects. These experts may also provide expert witness opinions in matters of builder’s warranties, construction insurance policies and defect coverage, value engineering and construction risk management.
- United States
- All152
- Alabama5
- Alaska4
- Arizona8
- Arkansas5
- California84
- Colorado11
- Connecticut6
- Delaware4
- District of Columbia6
- Florida22
- Georgia9
- Hawaii6
- Idaho5
- Illinois8
- Indiana5
- Iowa5
- Kansas5
- Kentucky6
- Louisiana8
- Maine6
- Maryland6
- Massachusetts7
- Michigan7
- Minnesota4
- Mississippi6
- Missouri6
- Montana4
- Nebraska5
- Nevada9
- New Hampshire4
- New Jersey10
- New Mexico6
- New York13
- North Carolina6
- North Dakota5
- Ohio5
- Oklahoma5
- Oregon7
- Pennsylvania6
- Rhode Island4
- South Carolina6
- South Dakota4
- Tennessee8
- Texas14
- Utah8
- Vermont4
- Virginia7
- Washington11
- West Virginia5
- Wisconsin6
- Wyoming4
- Canada
Page 2 of about 152 results (0.23 seconds)
William J. Esser — Esser & Associates
Roofing and structural waterproofing expert providing consulting, expert witness testimony, forensic investigations of property damage, personal injury, and construction defect matters. Experienced in Federal Court, Superior Court, Binding Arbitration.
Dana Point, CA
Bishop Construction Services, Inc.
Construction defect consulting
Highland, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Roofs, Awnings
Tel: 951-830-4918
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Joseph F. Gildner BA
Insurance consultant and appraiser, specializing in personal and commercial property, inland marine claims, bad faith, earthquake, construction defect, fraud, property valuation, audits, investigations, industry standards, provides expert witness services
San Clemente, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Insurance Investigations
Tel: (949) 218-7725
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Kory D. Kruckenberg, AIC — California Construction Resolutions, LLC
General Contractor with 25+ years industry experience provides: forensic, defect and mold investigations; document analysis; remedial cost analysis; code compliance; delay analysis; construction defect claims analysis. Experienced expert witness.
Oceanside, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Delays
Tel: (760) 634-1500
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Runge Building & Consulting
General contractor and home and building inspector provides expert witness services in matters related to construction defects, accidents, standards of care, mold, product defects, non-permit work, building code violations, maintenance issues and ADA.
Oceanside, CA
Peter C. Vail — Joelson Vail Associates LLC
General and concrete contractor (49 yr) and Industry Expert for California Contractors State License Board, ICC acts as an expert witness in matters of contractor and industry standards of care issues, construction defects, code compliance, inspections.
Encinitas, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Claims & Disputes
Tel: (858) 836-3210
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Ted Bumgardner — Xpera Group
Licensed General Contractor (CA/OR), 33 yr experience, provides litigation support and expert witness services in related to construction management and construction defects, including issues of accidents/safety, code compliance and standards of care
Solano Beach, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (858) 436-7770
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
William C. Sterling — Construction Forensics
Provides expert witness services in construction defect cases, including standard of care, cost estimation, defect investigations, moisture/water-proofing related problems. Subterranean waterproofing without excavation.Grout injection.Deck coatings
Escondido, CA
John P. Diehl, AIA, NCARB LEED AP- The Diehl Group Architects, Inc.
Architect provides complete Forensic Consulting and Expert Witness services for Construction Defect Investigations/Litigation. Additional specialties: Waterproofing & Building Envelope Consulting, Code Research, QA, Peer Review and ADA Consultation.
Encinitas, CA
David Neagley, Architect
Licensed architect providing expert witness services in architecture and construction claims and disputes, including visual inspection, intrusive testing, construction defect investigation, repair recommendations and damage analysis.
La Jolla, CA
Arthur R. Renga — Art Renga Consulting
Provides investigations, research and analysis and courtroom testimony involving construction defects, cost estimating, delay/disruption claims, injury, ADA/auditing and compliance, contractual disputes, error and omission claims, surety support
San Diego, CA
Construction Expert — Allan D. Kleiner
Construction defect and contractor standard of care expert witness, 40+ yr industry, with expertise in concrete, cement, brick and stone, waterproofing, mold and industrial hygiene, construction damages, contractor liability, and construction safety.
Vista, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Damages
Tel: (760) 802-4069
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Paul Bedington
Commercial and residential architect with construction failure expertise, especially in water intrusion. Experienced in the construction defect litigation process: investigation, case evaluation, deposition. Licensed in Arizona, California, Nevada
San Diego, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Architecture
Tel: (619) 994-0124
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Milton N. Burgess, PE
Mechanical engineer, 50+ yr experience, acts as an expert witness in construction issues and related matters: HVAC and plumbing systems; wastewater; cogeneration; construction defects; claims analysis; surety claims; accident reconstruction; delay damages
San Diego, CA
Areas of Expertise:
HVAC & Plumbing
Tel: (619) 528-0316
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Construction Damages
Cost Expert in buildings damaged by fire, wind, water, motor vehicles, earth movement, construction defects. Experienced in municipal, superior and Federal courts. Appointed as impartial repair method and cost expert, SD/Orange County courts [Non-public Profile Id 51717]
La Mesa, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Damages
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
SC Wright Group
Provides forensic construction services in litigation support in matters related to all forms of construction defect, especially in water intrusion and mold issues, in both residential and commercial construction.
La Mesa, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Mold & Water Intrusion
Tel: (619) 698-6909
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Tim A. Marsh — T.A. Marsh Roofing
Provides expert witness services in construction defect investigation, repair recommendations and cost estimates, for roofing, sheet metal, metal roof systems, waterproofing, deck coating.
Jamul, CA
Stephen L. Wilson, CCC,CCPM, CCI — Wilson Construction
Forensic Construction Consultant provides expert witness services in construction matters, including defect investigations and waterproofing evaluations, roofing, sheet metal, standard of care, contractual claims, personal injury and liability issues
Vista, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (619) 843-2819
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
MC Consultants
Provides forensic consulting and expert witness services in construction management, quality control and risk management, construction defect forensics, water intrusion, environmental investigation, civil engineering, and right-of-way management services
Carlsbad, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (760) 930-9966
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Reggie S. Smith, Associate AIA, CSI
Design and construction expert, 40+ yr experience, acts as an expert witness in construction defect, construction contract claims, contract abandonment, contract disputes, cardinal change, change orders, construction delays, liquidated damages, schedules
Las Vegas, NV
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (832) 289-1600
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Dwayne B. Brown — D & C Builders Unlimited
Provides expert witness services in construction matters, including defect investigations, cost estimating, and destructive testing, including issues with concrete, stucco, roofing, decks and waterproofing.
Morgan Hill, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (877) 788-7098
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Omar Hindiyeh, CPE, ICC — CMA Consulting
Providing expert witness services related to defect investigations: determining whether the defect is the result of substandard workmanship, a departure from approved plans and specifications or is a manufacturer or design deficiency.
Livermore, CA
James P. Waltz, P.E., C.E.M., A.C.F.E.
Forensic Engineer and Certified Energy Manager provides expert witness services in construction defect, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), indoor air quality, mechanical and electrical building systems, performance contracting, site survey.
Livermore, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Forensic Engineering
Tel: (925) 447-1140
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Bob Pickett, MBA — Branagh Development
Real estate development and construction expert, licensed general contractor and engineer, 40+ years experience, provides litigation support and testimony in matters of contract/agreement and valuation disputes and construction defects.
Danville, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (925) 938-3000
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Jeff Lewandowski, D.Eng, PE — Advanced Hydro Engineering
Engineer, 28+ years experience in water related systems analysis, modeling and construction defect review, in hydrologic analyses, drinking water systems, low water pressure conditions (HOA distribution), wastewater and sewer backup, storm water drainage,
Walnut Creek, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Sanitary Engineering
Tel: (925) 639-7053
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Mark Lopez, AIA, NCARB, CSI, LEED AP
Architect provides expert witness services in matters of: construction defects, rentable area calculations ; disabled access (ADA) deficiencies; entitlement issues; project scope definition; and building code interpretation.
Walnut Creek, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Architecture
Tel: (925) 934-2600 #204
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Construction Defects Expert — Tom Anderberg
Construction Consultant, 45+ yr. industry experience, 25+ yr. expert witness, provides expert opinions and testimony, incl. in matters of construction defects, appraisal, drainage, foundation, settlement, seismic, water intrusion, and code compliance.
Oakland, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (510) 482-2779
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Mark C. Hunter — Hunter Plumbing Consulting, Inc.
Licensed Plumbing Contractor with 40+ years of industry experience provides expert witness services in plumbing, including forensic defect investigations.
Pleasant Hill, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (925) 676-3530
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Gary M. Garcia, AIA — Richard Avelar & Associates
Registered Architect provides forensic and expert witness services, including construction defect investigations, research and analysis, and building correction due to construction defects, water intrusion and non-code compliant construction.
Oakland, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Architecture
Tel: (510) 893-5501
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
David Benaroya Helfant, PhD, M. ASCE, ICC, Assoc AIA
Civil engineer, 27 yr. experience in California structural, environmental, and civil engineering projects, with expertise in construction defect, code compliance, accidents, construction safety, storm drainage, environmental investigations, mold testing.
Emeryville, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Civil Engineering
Tel: (510) 547-8540
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
J. B. Giacoma Consulting, LLC
Provides expert witness services in matters of: plumbing; heating; HVAC; piping systems; construction defects; personal liability; construction claim analysis; field inspection;+ ASBESTOS EXPOSURE in mechanical trades
Martinez, CA
Daniel Dixon, dba Ceramic Tile Forensics
I am a tile construction expert (Tile contractor) with 30 years experience in tile, marble, slate, stone and glass tile. I have an extensive background in tile assembly and tile product knowledge with pools, facades, showers, floors, decks, countertop, etc
El Cerrito, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (510) 524-9999
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Roy V. Swearingen — Swearingen HVAC and Sheet Metal/ Asbestos use consulting
Construction Defect Consultant with 40+ yr experience in HVAC, sheet metal, metal roofs, fireplaces, metal buildings, including inspections and repair estimating, Asbestos use claims. Experienced expert witness.
Pinole, CA
Joseph A. Quilici, Civil & Structural Engineer — Quilici Engineers, Inc.
Civil, Structural Engineer 40+ yrs, Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant, Construction Defect & Standard of Care Expert Witness, Structural Oversight, Post-Disaster Investigation, Remedial Design, Grading, Drainage.
Sacramento, CA
Douglas A. Hansen — Code Check
General contractor (30+ yr) provides construction defect evaluations and expert testimony in building and electrical code matters. ICC Cert Residential Inspector. ICC Cert Commercial Electrical Inspector. Principal author of “Code Check”
San Rafael, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (650) 269-4748
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Manuel C. Jardin, Inc.
General engineering contractor with expertise in pipeline installation, pipe rehabilitation, trench shoring, and utility replacement. Experienced in cases of latent construction defects, including sewer laterals, onsite drainage, slope stabilization
Sacramento, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Pipelines & Pressure Vessels
Tel: (916) 927-2923
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Paul J. Goetz — Aquatech Consultancy, Inc.
Roofing and Waterproofing Contractor specializes in evaluation/resolution of water infiltration and related problems in building structures, providing claims evaluation, defect analysis, and expert witness services relating to construction defect issues.
Novato, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Roofs, Awnings
Tel: (415) 884-2121
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Robert E. Holmer, PE, GE
Swimming Pool Engineer, experienced expert witness and forensic consultant in swimming pool construction defects, negligent performance, in structural, geotechnical, hydraulics, piping, water treatment, materials testing, commercial and residential pools.
Sacramento, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Swimming Pools; Pools & Hot Tubs; Pools & Spas
Tel: (916) 390-0632
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Donald W. Danmeier, AIA — Danmeier Architects
Architect specializing in building failure analysis and remediation processes provides expert witness services related to construction defects, including defect investigations, defect remediation and construction contract administration.
Novato, CA
Reif McElroy Construction / Construction Management & Consulting
Full Service Building Forensic & Investigation Services. Perform both destructive and non-destructive testing. ASTM & AAMA water testing services. Construction Cost Estimating services for repair and reconstruction. Full Service Contractor.
Auburn, CA
Frank Welch
General, refrigeration and HVAC contractor, 30+ yrs in construction industry, specialized in industrial mechanical fixtures, refrigeration, exhaust hoods, air conditioning, health department corrections, evaluations, mechanical machinery and equipment.
Lincoln, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (916) 645-4277
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Joseph M. Russo
Manufactured and mobile home expert, including portable classrooms and mobile office buildings. Experienced in the installation, repair, diagnosis, delivery, site placement, foundation systems, utilities and in factory assembly / construction issues.
Pleasant Grove, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (530) 308-9470
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
William Dzurick, PE
Structural engineer, 20+ yr, provides forensic engineering and expert witness services, incl. foundation settlement, construction defects, fire and explosion damage, vehicular impact damage, structural failures, constructions defects, building/ADA codes
Phoenix, AZ
Areas of Expertise:
Structural Engineering
Tel: (480) 991-8183
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Celeste K. Plaister CPA/CFF/ABV
Over 15 years’ forensic accounting and expert witness experience including business valuations, economic damages, lost profits, construction defect claims, labor disputes, personal injury, marital disputes and family law, and trust and estate matters.
Healdsburg, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Forensic Accounting
Tel: (707) 431-7422
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Advise and Consult, Inc.
National Xactimate expert witness, including contractors standards and practices, construction defects and disputes, insurance appraisals and umpire services. We have estimated over $500,000,000.00 PG&E California fire estimates 2020 to 2022.
Draper, UT
Christopher A. Lakin, P.E., C.B.I.E. — Plateau Inc.
Colorado/California registered Professional Engineer/Consulting Industrial Hygenist. Specializing in air quality investigation, testing, remediation, clearance testing, water damage and drying protocols. Forensic construction defect analysis.
Montrose, CO
Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, ,CBIE, CFCC, CBCP, EDI, F.NAFE, F.ASCE-SBSA, Inc.
Civil and Structural Engineer, Certified Infrared Thermographer, EIFS Inspector, Forensic Claims Consultant, and Building Inspection Engineer, experienced in geohydrology, hydrology, construction forensics, building envelope. Experienced expert witness.
Golden, CO
Brandon W. Erickson, PE, SE — Erickson Structural Consulting Engineers, PC
Specializing in forensic investigations of building structures, including the assessment and identification of design errors and construction defects.
Vancouver, WA
David B. Woodham, PE — Atkinson-Noland & Associates
Consulting structural engineer provides forensic and expert witness services in support of construction defects litigation - especially masonry construction (brick, concrete block and stone), expert opinions, reports, and testimony
Boulder, CO
Francis Stanisz, AIA
Architect, 35+ yr, general contractor, real estate developer (10 yr), acts as an expert witness in standard of care, building envelope, cost of repair, water intrusion, design build, cost estimating, construction defect, building codes, contracts,
Denver, CO
Areas of Expertise:
Architecture
Tel: (720) 314-2256
Limited public information. For more, contact us.