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Construction Defect Evaluation Purchasing a home or condominium is the biggest investment most people will make in their lifetime. The recent construction boom has led to a rise in the use of untrained and unskilled labor which, in many cases, led to shoddy workmanship, substandard building materials, code violations and poor building practices. Many of these defects do not show up for months or even for years after construction. Leaking windows are one of the most common defects found in newly constructed homes and condos. Water intrusion into the wall cavities can cause mold growth and structural damage. This problem may go undetected for a long period of time. Some people report smelling a strong musty/mildew odor that is strongest near electrical outlets. The smell is from the rotting plywood or OSB in the wall cavity that’s gotten wet. Others observe mold growth on the baseboards or carpeting near the windows. We specialize in the field testing of windows and other fenestrations to determine if the leak is caused by a defective product, a design flaw, an installation error, or a combination thereof. Our Services Water Infiltration Analysis and Causation Reporting Finding a water leak and identifying who is responsible can be difficult. Our construction specialists use engineering principles and scientific instrumentation to determine the cause of the leak and the trades responsible for water infiltration issues through windows, doors, and exterior walls. Window and Wall Performance Water Testing to ASTM/AAMA Standards Our testing equipment simulates the effect of rain and wind allowing us to pinpoint where the leak is and whether it is due to an installation error, a material defect, or both. Thermographic Building Surveys Our Certified Building Science Thermographers use infrared technology to determine the magnitude and extent of the water intrusion events. Photo Documentation & Video Exhibit Preparation Proper photo-documentation and video evidence can make or break a construction defect case. Our building scientists carefully photo-document and video each step of the investigation process for use in legal proceedings. Invasive/Deconstruction Evaluation It is critical to protect all building occupants during the invasive stage of a water intrusion investigation. Our certified mold remediators ensure that proper controls are employed to protect occupants from exposure to mold and other microbial contaminants during the deconstruction process. Microbial Sampling and Analysis Determining the type and concentration of mold present is an important part of a water intrusion investigation project. Our industrial hygienists and certified indoor air environmentalists collect the proper type of samples and interpret the test results. Expert Court Testimony When the time comes, you want a qualified, credible expert to present the investigation findings. We have experience in providing deposition and court related construction defect and mold remediation testimony. 
Indoor Air Quality Services | Mold Inspection | Mold Remediation | New Construction
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