Building Inspection Expert Witnesses in Florida

Estero, Florida

Structural Engineering, Building Inspection - Structural failures, structural engineering, Structural design, design errors, structural inspections, building collapse, building codes, structural repairs, forensic engineering, special inspector, special inspection, threshold inspection

Mr. Barrow has been practicing structural engineering for over 37 years. He founded Barrow Engineering, LLC which focuses on forensic engineering and the associated repairs and claim investigations. Mr. Barrow has performed numerous forensic investigations involving structural failures, design deficiencies, faulty construction, construction pay applications, failure to disclose defects, grading issues, cladding failures, roof damage, site plans, pool leaks, water intrusion, fire, wind, subsidence, and vehicular impact. Design of shoring, and other remedial actions have been provided as part of forensic projects where there are conditions that may become unsafe or need repair. Mr. Barrow is experienced in insurance claim work, litigation, and testimony involving legal issues. He has testified under oath in court and in depositions and has presented at mediation and arbitration hearings. Prior to Barrow Engineering, LLC, Mr. Barrow was the president and founder of Liebl & Barrow E...

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Structural Engineering, Construction Defects - Building Inspection, construction, civil engineering, milestone inspections, structural integrity inspections, Building Enclosures, Exterior Walls and Cladding Systems, Waterproofing Systems, Roofing Systems, Water Intrusion Investigations

Mr. Harvey-Lewis has more than 19 years of experience providing structural engineering design, construction administration, and forensic services to public and private-sector clients on various projects. As a forensic engineer, Scott investigates structural failures, building construction defects, and code compliance on behalf of attorneys, owners, developers, and insurance companies. Scott’s design portfolio includes significant phases of project development, from conceptual design and plan preparation through construction and final inspection. His expertise includes building envelope systems, cast-in-place concrete, steel, masonry, and timber design for commercial and residential structures, telecommunication and educational facilities, marinas, industrial plants, warehouses, storage and containment, and land development.

Jupiter, Florida

Construction Defects, Building Inspection - Building Envelope, Building Enclosure, Water Infiltration, Hurricane Resistance, Forensic Investigation, Water Leakage, Facade Systems, Waterproofing, Litigation Support, Building Diagnostics, Air Barriers, Expert Witness, Fenestration, Weatherproofing, Envelope Retrofits, Exterior Glazing Systems

Christopher Matthews is a highly experienced building envelope consultant with over 40 years of expertise in exterior glazing and wall systems. As President and Principal Consultant at GCI Consultants since 2002, he specializes in design, installation, water infiltration resistance, performance assessment, and hurricane readiness of building envelope systems. Key Qualifications: - Extensive consulting experience with owners, architects, engineers, insurers, and builders on hundreds of projects across 45 U.S. states, North America, and the Caribbean. - Expertise in forensic investigation and repair of existing structures with envelope performance issues. - Litigation support consultant and expert witness in disputes related to exterior wall and glazing system installation, performance, and design. - Proficient in successful design and construction of new buildings of various types. Professional Experience: - 2002-Present: GCI Consultants - President and Principal Consultant - 1985...

Kissimmee, Florida

Building Inspection, Indoor Air Quality - Entomology, entomologist, deficient, termite, termite treatment, infrared, Formosan, termite damage, Infestation, pesticide safety, pesticides, herbicide, roundup

I have over 39 years experience with forensic inspections and reporting. Past member of the United States Air Force Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (PrimeBEEF) Experienced under oath expert witness. I am an Associate Certified Entomologist, Council-certified Microbial Consultant (mold), Certified Residential Thermographer (infrared), Certified Pest Operator, Wood destroying organism operator,Licensed Mold Assessor, and a Master Professional Inspector with over 10,000 inspections performed. I have under oath expert witness experience as a disclosed expert for matters such as deficient termite treatment and termite damage complaints, and pest services business practices. For a complete and up-to-date CV see my SEAK listing or email: steve@ReliableBuildingInspection.com OR to speak directly with me please call my cell anytime : 407-837-3892.

Tampa, Florida

Premises Liability, Construction Defects - Accident Investigation, Building Codes, ADA, Accessibility, Slip Trip & Fall, Forensic, Architecture, Engineering, E&O, Errors and Omissions, Construction Defects, Premises Liability, Cruise Ship, Maintenance, Building Inspection, Insurance Claims, Disaster Recovery, Failure Analysis, Property Insurance, Accident Recreation

Dr. William Henry, AIA, NCARB Lead Expert Witness | Forensic Architect | RGA Design Forensics | Tampa, FL Dr. William Henry is a nationally recognized forensic architect and expert witness specializing in Premises Liability and Construction Defects. As Lead Expert Witness at RGA Design Forensics, Dr. Henry provides clear, defensible, and technically precise opinions that help attorneys establish causation, liability, and standard of care in complex Premises Liability and Construction Defects cases across more than 20 states. With 40+ years of architectural and forensic experience, Dr. Henry integrates building science, field investigation, and advanced technology to identify failures, evaluate safety compliance, and explain the root causes of Premises Liability and Construction Defects matters. His reports and testimony are concise, persuasive, and highly effective in deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial. Areas of Expertise 1. Premises Liability (Slip, Trip & Fall Incid...

Jupiter, Florida

Construction Defects, Building Inspection - Building Envelope, Water Infiltration, Forensic Investigation, Quality Assurance, Design Review, Construction Management, Expert Testimony, Glazing Systems, Waterproofing, Fenestration, Facade Systems, New Construction, Commercial Structures, Institutional Facilities, Moisture Control, Water Leakage

Shauna Serafini, RWC, FMPC, is a Senior Consultant and Expert Witness at GCI Consultants with decades of experience in building envelope consulting. She specializes in exterior glazing, wall systems, and waterproofing, focusing on design, installation, water infiltration resistance, and performance assessment. Key Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida Atlantic University - Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) by IIBEC - Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) by IIBEC - Fenestration Master (FMPC) accredited by FGIA - Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) from AEE - LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) from USGBC - Level 1 Certified Thermographer by The Snell Group Professional Experience: - 2022-Present: Senior Consultant and Principal, GCI Consultants - 2017-2022: Senior Consultant and Project Manager, GCI Consultants - 2013-2017: Consultant and Project Manager, GCI Consultants - 2009-2013: Forensic Investigator, Glazing Consulta...

Fort Myers, Florida

Construction, Building Inspection - Residential construction consultant, Construction consultant, Construction consultant for homeowners, Homeowner consultant, Construction consulting services, General contractor consulting, Building construction consultants, Attorney Consultation, Residential attorney consultation

Michael Spreckelmeier has high standards with a trained eye for imperfections or subpar craftsmanship. He is a state-certified building inspector and general contractor who also owned and operated a reputable design-build remodeling firm in SWFL for 30 years. As such, he offers expertise in a variety of disciplines, drawing upon his many years of personal, hands-on construction experiences and a thorough working knowledge of his craft. Driven by excellence and honor, Spreck Construction Consulting enjoys helping legal professionals by preventing, identifying, and mitigating construction risk. He supports attorneys in numerous ways, including: • Building code, permits, and other municipal legal reviews • Industry standard benchmarking and comparisons • Damage assessments and accountability determinations • Quality control oversights and other detailed examinations

Oviedo, Florida

Mechanical Engineering, Accident Reconstruction - Premises Liability, Safety, Slip Trip & Fall, Products Liability, HVAC, Equipment & Machinery, Bicycles, Plumbing, OSHA, Manufacturing, Property Damage, Agriculture Engineering, Construction Defects, Building Inspection, Elevators & Escalators, Swing Stage, Telehandler, Boom Lift, Cause & Origin, Horizontal Grinders

I am a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), ACTAR-accredited accident reconstructionist, and board-certified Diplomate Forensic Engineer (DFE) with over 30 years of experience in mechanical, civil, and structural analysis. I specialize in difficult and unusual cases where traditional engineering expertise may fall short. My work provides attorneys, insurers, and adjusters with clear, objective, and defensible opinions. Mathematics serves as the universal language of engineering, enabling me to work seamlessly across civil, mechanical, and electrical domains. This versatility is uncommon among forensic engineers, who typically specialize in a narrow field. I apply mathematical principles to accident reconstruction, construction defect evaluations, machinery and product failures, premises liability, storm damage, and forensic assessments of mechanical and structural systems. Attorneys retain me for challenging cases involving complex systems or unique fact patterns because I can co...

Alachua, Florida

Construction, Premises Liability - Appraisal & Valuation, Arbitration, Building Inspection, Construction, Construction Defects, Environmental, Indoor Air Quality, Mold, OSHA, Premises Liability, Safety, Slip, Mediation, Building Codes, Codes, Trip, Fall, Stairs, Floors, Railings

Clinton J. Ford M.S… is the President and founder of Advanced Building Consultants. He is a recognized expert in all forms of Premise Liability (including Walkway Safety analysis & Tribometry), Construction, and Environmental issues. Mr. Ford has over three decades of construction experience on projects ranging from $5,000 to $50,000,000 and has spent over thirty (30) years providing construction consulting and expert witness services to the legal industry. Ford’s exemplary casework displays his investigative prowess in a vast variety of claim topics. Using up-to-date technology combined with his elite knowledge of building codes, standards, and statutes, Ford is consistently able to present analysis and witnessing that can be described as nothing but expert. Mr. Ford offers attorneys consulting and litigation support assistance in Building Construction / Environmental Claims that have resulted in property damage, personal injury, and/or wrongful death. Advanced Building Consult...