Construction Defects

The construction boom in recent years has resulted in numerous structures that were constructed without adequate quality control.  The Warren Group engineers have experience in the construction industry that allows us to identify and investigate construction defects in a thorough and professional manner.  The Warren Group engineers have a wide range for experience from design to construction to supervision.   We evaluate a building or site for design flaws, material defects, poor workmanship, and other concerns specific to each case.

Our diverse expertise qualifies The Warren Group engineers to investigate construction defects ranging from aesthetic concerns to complicated defects.  Our engineers can inspect, analyze, and perform research to determine the cause of the loss, provide a scope of damage, and evaluate the overall condition of a structure or loss site.  In addition, our engineers’ construction experience provides the ability to evaluate construction contracts to determine contractual responsibilities between general contractors, subcontractors, developers, owners, and end users.

Areas of Construction Defect Expertise Include:

• Structural Failure Analysis
• Site/Civil Investigations
• Building Codes and Standards
• Building Envelope/Water Intrusion
• Contracts
• Roofing
• Building Damage Assessment
• Scope of Damage – Buildings, Machinery and Equipment
• HVAC
• Mechanical and Electrical – Fires and Explosions caused by Construction Defect
• Losses Exacerbated by Construction Defects 
• Mechanical – Fire Protection Systems
• Electrical - Systems Failure
• Safety – Slip, Trip and Fall
• Safety – Evacuation and Life Safety