A condominium complex shows water staining on interior walls. The contractor blames the window manufacturer. The architect points to installation errors. The subcontractor questions the…
The deal looks perfect on paper. Strong rental income projections, below-market asking price, desirable location. Then the inspection report arrives: foundation cracks, an outdated electrical…
MEP stands for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing: the three core building systems that make commercial and residential structures functional, comfortable, and safe. These interconnected disciplines…
Florida’s building codes rank among the most rigorous in the nation, shaped by decades of hurricane damage and the 2021 Champlain Towers South collapse in…
Picture this: water stains appear on a fifth-floor ceiling. Within weeks, similar staining emerges on floors three and four. The property manager suspects a roof…
A commercial truck jackknifes across three lanes. By sunrise, insurance carriers and fleet managers demand answers about speed, braking, and what led to the collision….
A newly completed retail building develops structural cracks within months of occupancy. Investigation reveals the concrete was poured in freezing temperatures without proper cold-weather precautions,…
Carbon disclosure requirements extend beyond operational energy. For new construction and major renovations, embodied carbon, the emissions embedded in materials before a building opens, can…
A parking structure collapses during construction. The contractor blames design flaws. The engineer points to substandard materials. The subcontractor questions installation procedures. Who’s right? Engineering…
The call comes at 8 a.m.: A building under corporate oversight has failed inspection. Undiscovered code violations now trigger regulatory fines, raise concerns about insurance…
The plant manager calls at 6 a.m. Overnight, a loading dock column developed visible cracks. Operations are halted. The insurance carrier needs a preliminary assessment…
A warehouse acquisition is closing in three weeks. The insurance underwriter refuses to bind coverage without a comprehensive building assessment. The structural engineer’s preliminary walk-through…