FORENSIC ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING

Mistakes happen. Materials fail or are used improperly. Sometimes, unforeseen defects or environmental circumstances cause a building system to break down. That’s when experts with building science and technology knowledge have to come in to identify the root causes, develop recommendations for salvaging the situation, perform necessary repairs and help bring the whole episode to an equitable solution for all involved.

Effective forensic investigation entails several phases of work, from on-site reconnaissance to documentation, from best-practices evaluations to accountability assessments. The OAC forensic team of registered architects and engineers has gotten its hands dirty in the field on hundreds of projects. This is especially important in complex cases, as our real-world experience allows us to make determinations and offer expert testimony supported by sound scientific theory.