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Getting to the Root of Building Failures

Failures within the built environment can occur at any time for a variety of reasons. A deep understanding of all aspects of building design and construction, condition assessment & evaluation techniques, and the materials themselves is required to determine the root cause of a failure. We can help you assess architectural, civil, structural, electrical, fire protection, materials and mechanical issues pertaining to your building. Our large team of multi-disciplinary experts will provide you with root cause determination and tailor a cost-effective solution for your unique situation.

Civil + Structural Engineering

Our team of forensic engineers and civil and structural experts specialize in a wide variety of areas, including building science, building damage assessments, construction defect, design defect, earth movement, geotechnical engineering, facility condition assessments, maximum probable loss evaluations, soil analysis, structural integrity, and vibration analysis. Once we determine the root cause of your issue, we can provide repair and remediation consulting with your timeline and budget in mind.

Electrical Assessments

As the backbone of all modern building systems, it’s crucial to understand why your electrical system failed. Assessing the origin and cause of events involving your electrical system and equipment help you mitigate a future recurrence. We investigate all electrical systems, power quality, grounding systems design and testing, and distribution in residential, commercial and industrial systems – especially those connected to smart technology.

HVAC + Mechanical Evaluation

When your HVAC, ventilation or mechanical building system fails, it can lead to business interruption, insurance claims, and could potentially pose a danger to occupants. Our mechanical failure experts conduct site inspections, testing and rigorous investigation to determine the root cause of any mechanical building failure. We draw on our materials, fire, water, product, engine, and electrical expertise to provide the full picture for every incident.

Fire Protection Analysis

With deep expertise in fire protection services, we’re able to quickly and accurately assess systems and materials after a failure or false alarm to help mitigate risk of failure in the future, or worse, a failure during a fire. Our services cover dynamic systems such as sprinklers, special suppression or fire alarm. We also cover static protection systems including windows, fire barriers and doors. We conduct forensic investigations on fire protection materials to determine omissions, flaws, detachments or deterioration that may have led to or increased a loss.

Architectural + Building Code Analysis

We take a comprehensive approach to investigating the built environment that covers all architectural and building code requirements related to a structure. We analyze building envelope, including roofing, façade/claddings, curtain walls, walls, windows and doors, foundations and below-grade areas for design or performance issues.

MEET OUR EXPERTS

James Wesevich

Global Service Line Leader, Forensics

TX

Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Civil and Engineering, Structural Engineering, PE: TX, AR, CA, MI, MO, NM, LA, SE: CA

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Dan Joyce

Director, Fire Forensics - Pacific Region + Principal Fire Protection Engineer

WA

BS, Chemical Engineering, Registered PE: WA, Licensed Unarmed Private Investigator: WA, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, NAFI

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Kursat Kinali

Senior Structural Engineer

TN

PhD, Structural Engineering, MS, Structural Engineering, Licensed PE: AL, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, NE, NM, NV, SC, TN, UT

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Paul Way

Technical Fellow, Electrical Engineering

WA

BS, Electrical Engineering, BS, Forest Resource Management, Registered PE: CA, HI, ID, NV, OR, TX, MT, AK, Certified Fire Investigator, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, Licensed Private Investigator, Refinery Training Program

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Andrew Paris

Director, Forensic Electrical Engineering

MN

BS in Electrical Engineering, Registered PE: AZ, MN, WA, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, OSHA, Certified Fire + Explosion Investigator (CFEI), Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator

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Ali Fayazbakhsh

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

British Columbia

Doctorate, Mechatronic Sytems, MS, Mechanical Engineering, BS, Mechanical Engineering, BA, Registered P.Eng

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David Webster

Senior Structural Engineer

WA

PhD in Structural Engineering, MS in Civil Engineering, BEng in Civil Engineering, Registered PE: WA, ID, OR, MT, Registered SE: WA, ID, HI, UT, Affiliate Assistant Professor in Structural Engineering

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Tommy Halim

Mechanical Engineer, Forensics

WA

BS, Mechanical Engineering, Certified XL Tribometrist, Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate in Mechanical Design

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Kevin Hecksher

Senior Electrical Consultant

IN

BS, Electrical Engineering, AS, Engineering, Registered EIT: OK, Commercial Electronic Controls, Certified Fire + Explosion Investigator, Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator, HAZWOPER, Certified Asbestos Worker

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Jeff Marsh

Senior Electrical Engineer

WA

BS, Electrical Engineering Technology, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator

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Kurtis Saiyo

Senior Mechanical Engineer

CA

BS, Mechanical Engineering, Registered PE: CA, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator

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PhD, Mechanical Engineering, MBA, Finance and International Marketing, MSME, Mechanical Engineering, BSME, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Technician, Certified PE: DC, DE, FL, MD, MS, NC, PA, SC, VA, WV, Certified Commercial and Residential Roof Inspector, Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Member, American Society of Plumbing Engineers, Member, Society of Automotive Engineers, Member, Society of Plastic Engineers

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Arjun Sethi

Forensic Engineer + Lead Project Consultant

British Columbia

Mechanical Engineering, Registered P.Eng.: BC, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, Director

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Sam Shuck

Senior Electrical Engineer

WA

BS, Electrical Engineering, , Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator

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Felix Touza

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Seattle - WA

B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD #901322), EPA 608 and 609 Refrigerant Handling Certification, ICC Certified Commercial Plumbing Inspector, ICC Certified Residential Plumbing Inspector

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