Expert Witnesses & Forensic Consultants Directory
Construction Defects — United States
"These things are complicated …. The chances of it getting done ever without … some misstep are small." — Frank GehryConstruction defects United States 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.
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Applied Forensic Engineering, LLC
Applied Forensic Engineering, LLC (AFE) is a multi-disciplined, independent consulting firm with an emphasis on forensic engineering investigations, condition assessments and expert witness services. We pride ourselves on finding and reporting the facts,
Mount Dora, FL
Albert Paxton, Unified Building Sciences Inc.
Expert in assessing scope of damage and establishing repair cost for commercial and single or multi family residential projects in catastrophe and daily claims; also business interruption issues, salvage, subrogation, and construction defect evaluation.
Alpharetta, GA
Kurt Grosz — KGA Inc.
Expert environmental and construction consultant providing expert witness services in construction and insurance, including concrete and construction defects, mold, contract delay/disruption, liability assessments
Laguna Beach, CA
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
Residential Construction Defects Expert — David M. Bekus
Residential construction defects expert, 35+ yr. NJ building inspector with expertise in building codes, industry standards, contract and plan specifications, project management, construction methods, construction cost estimates, and construction safety.
Skillman, NJ
Robert I. Schwartz, AIA — Schwartz/Robert & Associates, Inc.
CA Architect & Gen. Contractor, Real Estate Developer, Construction Manager 34 yrs. Leading expert witness - design errors & omissions, construction defects, large project administration, development, estimating & insurance claims. Arbitrator.
Thousand Oaks, CA
J. Harold Deatherage PhD, PE — Construction Engineering Consultants
Civil Engineer provides expert witness services in matters of: structural engineering; design defects; construction defects; property and casualty loss investigations; forensic engineering of highways, bridges and buildings; personal injury.
Knoxville, TN
Kenneth A. Solomon, PhD — Institute of Risk & Safety Analyses
Our staff of forensic scientists specialize in accident reconstruction, biomechanics, human factors, adequacy of warnings, building codes, construction defect, failure analysis and computer simulations. Member, LA Superior Court Expert Witness Panel.
Woodland Hills, CA
Gary Rosen, PhD — Certified Mold & Allergen Free, Corp.
Biochemist and FL Lic. mold and building contractor provides testing & litigation support and expert witness testimony in mold/water damage claims and construction defects related to water intrusion. IICRC Certified in water damage.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tom Parco, AIA, NCARB, LEED — Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.
Licensed Architect provides expert witness services and litigation support in architecture, specializing in construction defects and building code compliance.
Santa Ana, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Architecture
Tel: (714) 954-1912
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
W. John Kulwiec, AIA NCARB CSI ICC — Kulwiec Group/Architects
Practicing Architect provides litigation support in construction defect and personal injury matters, including forensic architecture investigations: post-construction building autopsy; professional standards of care; analysis of construction documents;
Santa Paula, CA
Swimming Pool Forensic Engineer
Board certified forensic engineer specializing in pool accidents, injuries, drowning, diving, suction entrapment, pool equipment, pool design/construction defects. Former pool designer +Dir. of Engr. for pool equipment manufacturer.
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Michael C. Head, PE, LEED AP BD+C
Structural Engineer, 40+ yrs of structural engineering analysis, design, project/construction management experience. Provides forensic analysis and serves in matters of construction defects, building distress, personal injury, construction accidents, etc.
Atlanta, GA
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.
Christopher E Carter P.E. — Engineering Friend, Inc
Offers expert consulting and witness services in matters of residential construction defect claims, soil-structure interaction, grading and drainage, including file review, forensic investigations, repair plan preparation, and exhibit preparation
Parker, CO
Randall Bell, PhD, MAI — Landmark Research Group, LLC
MAI & Certified General Real Estate Appraiser specializes in damage economics, including environmental issues, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, construction defects, soil problems, market cycles, geotechnical, natural disasters, eminent domain, leases
Dana Point, CA
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.
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
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.
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.
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
Edward Carrick, PE — Mechanical Engineer
Perform Vehicle Accident Reconstruction, train and supervise other engineers in the same. Oversee construction defect investigations, industrial accident cases, and other forensic and engineering evaluations and assignments. Serve as an expert witness.
Covington, LA
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.
Russell Cloyd —House 2 Home Inspections, LLC
Certified home inspector and former building code official with 30+ years of inspection exp. provides litigation support and code compliance investigations in construction defect related matters.
Union, KY
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (859) 739-7858
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
James A. Thibodeau, P.E. DFE— Associated Design Partners, Inc.
Structural Engineer, Forensic Engineer offers expert witness services for; construction defects; building science, structural, and material failures; water damage and mold cases; blasting claims, slip-trip and fall cases, and many other categories.
Falmouth, ME
Gary S. Barach, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA
Financial forensic and economic expert in business valuation, fraud investigation, bankruptcy, economic damages, business interruption, lost profits. Experienced in personal injury, discrimination, contract and shareholder disputes, construction defects,
West Chester, PA
J C ’Jack’ Townley, RA, GC
Retired Architect and Commercial General Contractor in AZ and FL. 42 years experience as principal of Alliance Construction Services, a design/build firm in FL and AZ. Forensic Architectural practice assignments in AZ, LA, GA and FL for past 10 years.
St. Petersburg, FL
Darrell Hanecki, PE — Hanecki Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Geotech/Materials/Structural Engineering involving site development, building envelope failuires, sinkholes, settlement, foundation design, retaining walls, deep foundations, and construction materials.
Odessa, FL
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.
Hugh W. Black, CPCU, ARM, AIC, CCLA — H.W. Black Litigation Support
Consults as an expert witness in matters of bad faith, commercial property & casualty insurance coverage, duty to defend, insurance industry custom & practice, certificates of insurance, additional insured coverage, construction defect, etc.
Corona, CA
Areas of Expertise:
Insurance Claims Handling
Tel: (951) 833-5472
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Michael A. Lo Presti, PE, CSDP — MEP Engineering
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, 27+ yr, expertise in plumbing, controls, fuel gas, engineering systems and industrial process design (power plants, industrial boilers), experienced in construction defect, product liability, PI, patent infringement
Dulles, VA
John A. Thomazin, MSME, P.E., DFE
Provides civil, mechanical and forensic engineering services in matters of product liability, construction defects, property loss, failure analysis, including issues involving buildings and machines. Licensed in Nebraska and Colorado.
Orlando, FL
Charles W. Boyle, PE — CWB Engineering Services, LLC
Building Engineer acts as an expert witness in matters of HVAC, mold and water damage, construction defects, energy audits, indoor air quality, failure analysis, building inspection, with special expertise in HVAC system problem analysis and resolution
Metairie, LA
Areas of Expertise:
HVAC & Plumbing
Tel: (504) 456-3123
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Steven R. Wilcox —Premises Defect Expert
Building defect expert, 30 yr in industry, issues of premises liability and construction defects, building and site components (stairways, fire escape, lighting, ADA/FHA, ventilation, envelope leakage, materials), commercial, government, residential.
Seattle, WA
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.
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
Peter Petrovsky, CE, ME, GEC, GC, C-12 Diversified Engineering of Westlake, Inc.
Licensed Civil and a licensed Mechanical Professional Engineer and General Engineering, General Building and Earthwork and Paving Contractor. I am a recognized Industry (IT) in A, B, and C-12 classifications and Subject Matter Expert in C-12 class.
Agoura Hills, CA
P. Thomas Gard, PE, Esq.
Experienced in Government contracts, procurement and policy. Have been a senior contracting officer and am experienced in the private sector. Also, have broad experience in construction contracting and claims.
Ashburn, VA
Areas of Expertise:
Construction Defects
Tel: (818) 738-0077
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
Alison Osinski, Ph.D., Principal, Aquatic Consulting Services
Investigation, research, and expert testimony on swimming pool and waterpark element construction defects cases; boating, and all water-related personal injury cases, including: drowning & near drowning.
San Diego, CA
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 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.
Thomas M. McCauley, PE — Consolidated Consulting Corp.
Forensic electrical power engineer: electrical accidents, electrical fires, electrical equipment malfunctions and design/construction defect investigations. Experienced in design/analysis of equipment and processes for industrial/commercial facilities
Vero Beach, FL
Areas of Expertise:
Electrical Injury & Damage
Tel: (847) 989-5517
Limited public information. For more, contact us.
David E. Chase, AIA, LEED GA — Chase A+EP, PC
Connect-the Dots ; An Architect Expert Witness with 30 cases in Standard of Care, construction defects and exterior envelope assignments in 5 States on the East Coast.
West Palm Beach, FL
Rudi O. Sherbansky, P.E., ASPA Engineering LLC
Evaluation of unsafe conditions, duty of care and code compliance of properties, construction defects, trip, slip and fall incidents, causes of construction injuries, building explosions, collapse, water, fire damage liability, casualty defense
New York, NY