Plumbing Expert Witnesses

The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of plumbing expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on plumbing and related issues. Plumbing expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these plumbing expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Plumbing, Hvac, Construction Defects, Failure Analysis, Mechanical, Construction, Electrical, Fire Protection, Fire, Forensic Engineering, Product Liability, Products Liability, Accident Reconstruction, Air Conditioning, and Building Codes.

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Joseph A LaRovere, C.E.M.

HVAC, Plumbing, Engineering Expert - 35 Years

LaRovere Consulting, LLC

HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, Plumbing, Mechanical, Chiller, Boiler, Air Handler, Heat Pump, flood, damage, leak, air conditioner, water heater, piping, electrical, injury, engineer, cannabis, furnace, carbon monoxide, explosion
35+ years of experience as a contractor, owner/operator, technician, and consultant to the construction industry with specialties in HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Energy Management and Control Systems. Licensed PE, Project Manager, Design Professional, Construction Manager on staff. Specialties HVAC Systems, air conditioning, heat pumps, chiller plants, heating hot water, boilers, air handlers, water source heat pumps, cooling towers, dedicated outside air, ventilation, and exhaust systems, Energy management and control system, sequence of operation, energy management and building efficiency, Domestic hot water systems, electric and gas boilers and water heaters, mixing valves and hot water recirculation systems, System failures, equipment failures, maintenance issues, preventative maintenance, water treatment, forensic investigation, and remediation, Project Management, Program Management, Project Accounting, and Scheduling consulting and analysis Contractor Evaluation, ...
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Al Rose, P.E.

Arizona Forensic Engineering Investigations, PLC

Tucson, Arizona
Plumbing, Failure Analysis - Chemical Pipe, Petroleum Pipe, Pipe Failure, Pipe, Piping, Pipe Explosion, Pipeline Failure, Pipe Failure Analysis, Pipe Explosion, Pipeline Failures, Industrial Pipe, Industrial Piping, Oil Piping, Natural Gas Piping, Petroleum Piping, B31.3
*500+ forensic engineering cases, $500 Million+ in cases involving nearly every kind of pipe and tubing found in residential, commercial, and industrial applications *Designed piping in every state in the U.S for over 500 large chemical, petroleum, and wastewater plants *35 years experience in design and failure analysis of pipes *OSHA-designated national expert in pipe-related accidents *Pipe Explosion Specialist * Customers include Dupont Chemical, Dow Chemical, 3M, BASF, Chevron, Exxon, Shell, Texaco, Amoco, Suncor Oil Sands and Central Arizona Project *Member, ASTM committees on standards development for Stainless and Alloy Tubular Products, Copper and Copper Alloys Pipe and Tube, and Plastic Piping Systems *Lectured at universities and provided continuing education, possessing the ability to explain complex matters in simple terms to students, juries and arbitrators *ASME Certified provider of continuing education in Material Science *Performed thousands of computer simulations...
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Scott Calkins, PE

Mechanical Eng. Construction Defect Expert Witness

Acorn Consulting Services

Mesa, Arizona
Construction Defects, Mechanical Engineering - HVAC, Plumbing, Standard of Care in Design and Construction, Cleanroom Design, Codes and Standards, Commercial, Residential, Industrial, Gas and Chemical Distribution, Piping, Central Plant, Built Environment, Exhaust, Humidification & Dehumidification, Process piping, Fire Sprinkler, Refrigeration, Design, Construction
Scott Calkins is the Principal of Acorn Consulting Services, bringing extensive expertise across a wide spectrum of roles within the built environment. With a diverse background as an engineer, lecturer, design lead, project manager, and expert witness, Scott offers a unique combination of technical proficiency and practical experience. He is an expert in the evaluation of deficiencies in HVAC systems, cleanrooms, piping systems, refrigeration systems, construction defects and code compliance. Scott is registered as a Professional Mechanical Engineer in multiple states and holds a certified by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) for the ease of obtaining licensure in quick order. He is a member of several professional organizations, including: National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE) National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Forensic Expert Witness As...
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John C Petkovich

Plumbing/Construction Industry

J.P. Strategies, LLC

Prescott, Arizona
Plumbing, Construction - Concrete, Steel, Compaction, Framing, Codes, Roofing, Civil Work, Residential, Commercial/Industrial, Leak Detection, Contracts, Mechanical, Drywall, Insulation, Gypcrete, Engineering, Safety, Scheduling, Communicating, Local Requirements
With almost four decades of experience in the plumbing trade, JP Strategies brings unmatched technical knowledge and real-world insight to every case. Founder John Petkovich began his plumbing career in 1987, inspired by his father’s belief that plumbing was a skill that could open doors anywhere. That foundation turned into a lifelong passion, a thriving trade career, and now, a trusted expert witness practice. Plumbing is more than pipes and fixtures—it’s a trade that touches every phase of a project, from underground systems to final trim work, across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. This breadth of experience allows JP Strategies to step into any dispute and deliver clear, informed, and defensible opinions that hold weight in courtrooms and negotiations. Key Areas of Expertise in Plumbing Disputes Expert Witness Testimony & Litigation Support Expert testimony for depositions, mediations, and trials Detailed case reviews, reporting, and forensic analysis Cl...
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Timothy C Behrens, PE, DFE, CFI, CFEI, CVFI

Highly Experienced Forensic Mechanical Engineer

Behrens Engineering Investigations, LLC

Phoenix, Arizona
Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis - Accident Reconstruction, Automotive Engineering, Fire, Explosions, Plumbing, Premises Liability, Slip-Trip & Fall, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Products Liability, Transportation, Recreational Vehicles, Heavy Equipment, Industrial Equipment & Machinery, HVAC
Mr. Behrens has 40 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with the last 36 years primarily devoted to failure analysis and forensic engineering. His forensic engineering practice is diverse and has included conducting over a thousand engineering investigations involving a wide range of fires, explosions, accidents, and product failures. Mr. Behrens has conducted hundreds of full-scale vehicle crash, fire and component-level tests, which has provided a practical basis for his extensive knowledge and expertise in the analysis of automotive fires, failures and accidents. Mr. Behrens also has expertise in fire and failure analysis involving appliances, plumbing systems, fire sprinkler systems, HVAC, and commercial/industrial equipment. Mr. Behrens is a Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) and Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI) by the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) by the National Associat...
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Joseph A LaRovere, C.E.M.

HVAC, Plumbing, Engineering Expert - 35 Years

LaRovere Consulting, LLC

Cave Creek, Arizona
HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, Plumbing, Mechanical, Chiller, Boiler, Air Handler, Heat Pump, flood, damage, leak, air conditioner, water heater, piping, electrical, injury, engineer, cannabis, furnace, carbon monoxide, explosion
35+ years of experience as a contractor, owner/operator, technician, and consultant to the construction industry with specialties in HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Energy Management and Control Systems. Licensed PE, Project Manager, Design Professional, Construction Manager on staff. Specialties HVAC Systems, air conditioning, heat pumps, chiller plants, heating hot water, boilers, air handlers, water source heat pumps, cooling towers, dedicated outside air, ventilation, and exhaust systems, Energy management and control system, sequence of operation, energy management and building efficiency, Domestic hot water systems, electric and gas boilers and water heaters, mixing valves and hot water recirculation systems, System failures, equipment failures, maintenance issues, preventative maintenance, water treatment, forensic investigation, and remediation, Project Management, Program Management, Project Accounting, and Scheduling consulting and analysis Contractor Evaluation, ...
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Tony Moore

40+ years HVAC & Plumbing Construction Projects

A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES

San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, Mechanical Expert Witness, Licensed Contractor, Plan Review, Forensic Investigations, Plumbing, Construction Expert, Testimony, San Diego, Product Liability & Failure Analysis, Reports, Specification Writing, Energy Management Systems, Commissioning, Slip & Fall claims due to HVAC & Plumbing Systems, Construction Defects
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets. Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims. Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Michael Cacciotti, P.E., C.E.M.

20+ years engineering , 10+ years HVAC & Plumbing

A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES

San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, Mechanical Expert Witness, Plan Review, Product Liability & Failure Analysis, Plumbing, Forensic Mechanical Engineering Services, Forensic Engineering Investigations, Reports, Mechanical Engineer, Construction Defects Expert, Spec. Writing, Professional Engineer, Slip & Fall claims due to HVAC & Plumbing Systems
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets. Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims. Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Shawn Elihu, P.E.

40+ years HVAC & Plumbing Engineer & Contractor

A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES

San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, Mechanical Expert Witness, Contractor, Construction Plan Review, Plumbing, Forensic Mechanical Engineering Services, Forensic Engineering Investigations, Construction Defects, Construction Expert, Spec Writing, Testimony, Professional Engineer, LICENSED IN MANY STATES, Slip & Fall claims due to HVAC & Plumbing Systems
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets. Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims. Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Joe Holasek, AIA

Licensed Architect 40+ years experience

A.L.M. Consulting Engineers, Inc - PROVIDING EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES

San Diego County, California
HVAC, Plumbing - Architect, Architectural Design & Construction, Expert Witness, Construction Expert, Forensic Investigations, CBC/IBC code analysis, ADA Compliance, Construction Defects, Slip & Fall claims, Water Intrusion, Trip-Hazard Matters, Architectural Standards of Care, Waterproofing Failures, Site Evaluation, Feasibility Analysis
OUR TEAM PROVIDES EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES WITH LICENSED ARCHITECTS, LICENSED CONTRACTORS AND LICENSED MECHANICAL ENGINEERS THAT ARE LICENSED IN MANY STATES, TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. A.L.M. Consulting Engineers is a professional, full-service mechanical engineering and construction management firm. Since 1993, we have successfully completed over 1,500 projects across a broad range of markets. Our team specializes in architectural and mechanical engineering services for construction and product litigation cases involving all types of structures, water leaks, H.V.A.C., plumbing, piping, Title 24 energy analysis and commissioning services. Analysis of ADA accessibility compliance. Analysis of water intrusion and moisture related damage - including slip and fall claims. Our team consists of licensed architects, mechanical engineers and licensed contractors with classifications “A” – General En...
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Kevin Hastings, P.E., C.F.P.S

Ivey Engineering, Inc.

San Diego, California
Plumbing, HVAC - HVAC, plumbing, fire sprinkler, construction defects, construction engineering, energy, failure analysis, engineering, refrigeration
Ivey Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is an HVAC, plumbing, process piping, fire sprinkler and energy management consulting firm. The firm performs building system design work, forensic analysis, expert witness consulting, product liability consulting, construction cost analysis and construction claims consulting. The staff is comprised of professional engineers and former construction executives. We are licensed engineers and licensed contractors and have performed consulting work in over 30 states. Our clients include contractors, homeowner associations, commercial building owners, tenants, hotels, casinos, design professionals, manufacturers, law firms, insurance companies and individuals. We know what it takes to design, bid and construct projects. IEI was founded in 1994 in San Diego, California. We have offices in San Diego and Richmond, Virginia and provide consulting and expert witness services nationwide. Each of our engineers are licensed as professional engineers in multiple stat...
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David Shreve, PE

Ivey Engineering

San Diego, California
HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, plumbing, construction defects, construction engineering, energy, failure analysis, engineering, refrigeration
Ivey Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is an HVAC, plumbing, process piping, fire sprinkler and energy management consulting firm. The firm performs building system design work, forensic analysis, expert witness consulting, product liability consulting, construction cost analysis and construction claims consulting. The staff is comprised of professional engineers and former construction executives. We are licensed engineers and licensed contractors and have performed consulting work in over 30 states. Our clients include contractors, homeowner associations, commercial building owners, tenants, hotels, casinos, design professionals, manufacturers, law firms, insurance companies and individuals. We know what it takes to design, bid and construct projects. IEI was founded in 1994 in San Diego, California. We have offices in San Diego and Richmond, Virginia, and provide consulting and expert witness services nationwide. Each of our engineers are licensed as professional engineers in multiple stat...
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Joseph Scerbo

Construction & Mechanical Defect Expert Witness

Danliv, Inc.

Danville, California
Construction, Energy - General Construction, Framing, Building Envelope, Mechanical, Electrical, Commercial, Residential, HVAC, Fire Sprinkler, Generators, MEP, Solar, Fire, Gas, Hybrid Water Heaters, Contract Scope, Cost to Repair, Industrial Controls, Electrocutions, Plumbing
Joe Scerbo is a distinguished construction consultant, expert witness, and construction management advisor with over 36 years of experience in the construction industry. As a licensed General, Electrical, and HVAC Contractor in California for 25 years, Mr. Scerbo has cultivated specialized expertise in Building Envelope, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. His extensive background includes significant experience in solar energy systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), microgrid controllers, generators, design-build projects, as well as coordination with local utility jurisdictions such as PG&E. As a Testifying Expert Witness, Mr. Scerbo has been involved in numerous construction-related cases. Serving as Senior Consultant at Danliv, Inc., in the San Francisco Bay area CA, he is a highly skilled expert in providing construction defect and litigation services, which include: - Testing and analysis of construction defects. - Destructive testing following ASTM s...
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James Platt

Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert

The Platt Services Group, LLC

California
Construction Defects, Plumbing - Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support. I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness. My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Daniel R Robles, PE, MBA

Mechanical Engineer - Expert Witness

Community Engineering Services, PLLC

California
Mechanical Engineering, Investigation - Plumbing, Test Engineering, Product Liability, Failure Analysis, Forensic Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Accident Reconstruction, Water Damage, Feasibility Study, Corrosion, Construction, Airport, Aviation, Standard of Care, Litigation Support, Risk Assessment, Machinery, Insurance, Document Analysis, Design Engineering
Daniel Robles, PE, MBA is a licensed mechanical engineer with over 35 years of diverse experience in aerospace, building sciences, and advanced technology platforms. He has held leadership roles in design and test engineering for high-profile projects including the NASA Space Shuttle, commercial satellite deployment, stealth aircraft, and commercial aircraft commissioning and servicing, working for industry leaders such as Rockwell International, Hughes Aircraft, Northrop Aircraft, and The Boeing Company. Mr. Robles is the founder of Community Engineering Services PLLC, where he leverages his extensive aerospace and engineering expertise to provide expert witness services, condition assessments, inspections, and failure analysis for the legal, insurance, and financial industries, as well as private, municipal, and institutional clients. His specific areas of practice include plumbing systems, drain, waste, vent, and domestic water supply, as well as water system failures, water int...
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Joseph Quinn, M.S., P.E.

Metal Failure Analysis - Materials Engineering

Materials FACT

Los Angeles, California
Failure Analysis, Metallurgy - Automobile, Aircraft, Tools, Appliance, Engineering Expert, Construction, Construction Defect, Corrosion, Maritime, Machinery, Materials selection, Glass, Medical Implant, Medical Device, Manufacturing Design, Plumbing Expert, Products Liability, Fire & Explosion, Product Design, Pipe
Joseph Quinn, MS, PE, is a Forensic Metallurgy and Metallurgical Engineering consultant. He is a Licensed Professional Engineer in Metallurgical Engineering and is registered in 7 states (CA, PA, UT, NV, AZ, CO, WA) with the Model Law Engineering (MLE) designation. He has provided over 1,000 Failure Analysis investigations on metallic and non-metallic (glass, plastic, rubber, and composite) materials or products. Mr. Quinn provides metallurgical and materials consultation, expert witness testimony, and forensic failure analysis in civil litigation matters for defendants and plaintiffs. He has received awards in the International Metallographic Contest and has delivered several presentations on metallurgical engineering and failure analysis subjects at universities, ASM meetings, and industry events. He has served as Past President of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) in California and remains active in industry standards development, technical societies, and pro...
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Mark "Jake" Jacobson

Construction Defect & Standard of Care Expert

The Expert Construction Witness, LLC

Fruita, Colorado
Construction, Construction Defects - Residential, Standard of Care, Building Codes, Workmanship, Plumbing, Commercial, Roofing & Stucco, Plan Reviews, Project Documents & Costs, Electrical, Water Intrusion, Facilities Management, Site Evals, Framing, Litigation Support, Concrete, Site Inspections, Product Evals, Mechanical, Insurance
Mark “Jake” Jacobson Building Inspector Building Official Construction Expert Witness Consultant Facilities Manager General Contractor Pre-Purchase Inspector Project Manager Project Superintendent Mark “Jake” Jacobson serves as a construction expert witness and consultant in matters involving construction defects, delays, cost overruns, project management issues, and standard-of-care concerns. He works with attorneys and their clients throughout Colorado, Utah and surrounding states. He brings over 30 years of experience in construction, construction management, facilities management, and business management. His background includes roles as a building inspector, building official, jobsite superintendent, facilities manager, general contractor, and construction consultant/analyst. This breadth of experience provides a practical, experience-based perspective on construction practices, building codes, and the applicable standard of care. His work includes residential new construct...
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Michael D Haughey, P.E.

HVAC and Plumbing Mechanical Engineering Expert

Silvertip Integrated Engineering Consultants

Westminster, Colorado
HVAC, Plumbing - Engineering-Mechanical, Fire Protection, Energy Conservation, Sustainability, Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation, Heating, Cooling, Air Conditioning, Fire Sprinklers, Colorado PE, Utah PE, Wyoming PE, New Mexico PE, Oklahoma PE
Professional Engineer: Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, New Mexico, Oklahoma. Mechanical Engineer, 51 years HVAC, Plumbing, & Fire Protection engineering design, facilities engineering, energy analysis, systems commissioning, troubleshooting, Expert witness 43 projects, expert witness subconsultant 54+ projects, project manager 176+ design projects, and sustainability consulting. Presented over 54 seminars to organizations in the HVAC field. President and current Director Rocky Mountain Chapter ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers); Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES) Board of Directors and Secretary; US Green Building Council (USGBC) - Colorado Board of Directors, Programs Coordinator, and Greenbuild 2006 Host Committee Chair. 37 year member of Toastmasters; Member Colorado Earthquake Hazard Mitigation Council; Past member: AIA Colorado Committee on the Environment, AEE, RMAEE. Keynote Speaker for the Rocky Mountain Chapter ASHRAE 2004...
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Frederick C Anderson, PE

Advantec Engineering LLC

Avon, Connecticut
Failure Analysis, Products Liability - Metallurgy, Materials Science, Forensic Engineering, Corrosion, Fatigue, Fracture, Pipe/Tube/PEX/CPVC, Valve, Bolt, Coupling, Boiler, Power Plant, Quality, Weld, Aerial Lift, Hoist, Wire Rope, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Construction Defects
Mr. Anderson is the founder of Advantec Engineering LLC and provides expert consultation, laboratory testing and analysis, and litigation support regarding materials failure analysis, forensic engineering investigations, corrosion, and structural analysis. He has more than forty five years of professional engineering experience. Mr. Anderson has provided engineering support and/or testimony for cases involving product liability, industrial accidents and equipment failures, commercial and residential accidents and equipment failures, bridge structures, and aircraft, marine, and vehicle accidents. He has also provided expert testimony and/or litigation support in cases involving flow accelerated corrosion, stress corrosion, corrosion fatigue, pitting, weld defects, and fitness for service of large industrial components, commercial products, and consumer products. Mr. Anderson is especially skillful at translating highly complex and technical information into something understandabl...
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Andrew Allocco, P.E.

FORENSIC CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT - EXPERT WITNESS

Indian River Construction Services, Inc.

Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Construction Defects, Construction Engineering - Expert Witness, Forensic Consulting Engineer, Construction Litigation, Building Envelope, Roof, HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Pool, Solar, Insurance Litigation Expert, Second Opinions, Legionella, Swimming Pool Electrocution, Cruise Ship Accidents, Slip & Fall, Litigation Support, Ship Accidents, Personal Injury, Marine Accidents
CURRENT LICENSES State of Florida Licensed Professional Engineer PE 39381 State of Florida Certified General Contractor CGC 10724 State of Florida Certified General Contractor CGC 1530529 State of Florida Certified Mechanical Contractor CMC 11653 State of Florida Certified Mechanical Contractor CMC 1250919 State of Florida Certified Air Conditioning Contractor CMC 11653 State of Florida Certified Roofing Contractor CCC 12378 State of Florida Certified Roofing Contractor CCC 1333151 State of Florida Certified Pool Contractor CPC 16138 State of Florida Certified Electrical Contractor EC 00525 State of Florida Certified Electrical Contractor EC 13010885 State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC 1425695 State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC 1430841 State of Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC 1430972 State of Florida Certified Solar Contractor CVC 57009 State of Florida Certified Mold Assessor MRSA 4173 State of Flor...
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Gregory M. Pressman, Florida P.E.

HVAC, Plumbing, Propane Tanks, Boilers, Slip/Fall

PRESS-ENG, LLC

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
HVAC, Plumbing - HVAC, Outside Air Quality, Gas Cylinders/Tanks, Boilers - Steam/Water, Air Conditioning, LNG & Compressed Gases, Mechanical/Plumbing Codes, Walk-in Freezers, Ventilators, Water Heaters, Plumbing Fixtures; Drains; ADA Showers, Exhaust Hoods (Resta, Cooling Towers, Legionella, Slip & Fall
I am a professional engineer with 45 years of experience in mechanical engineering, including designing, constructing, and maintaining various industries such as nuclear, defense, and healthcare facilities. I have experience renovating existing air conditioning systems, natural and liquid gas pipeline layouts, LNG and cryogenics build-to-store facilities, medical gas installations, steam/condensate return, and chilled water pipelines. See www.pressmaneng.com for additional information. I am interested in providing Expert Witness Services with quick turnaround of small and medium-sized projects, such as: • Leaking Water Heaters and Boilers • HVAC equipment A/C Units; Exhaust/Supply Ventilation; Cooling Towers • Liquid/Compressed Gas (Propane) Cylinders with accessories • Pipelines-Water; Gas: Chilled Water; Freon tubing The Fee Statement is: * Standard: $200.00/hr. * Deposition: $240.00/hr. ...
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Brice R Miller, CGC, LEED AP

Construction Defects Expert Witness

Miller Building Group

Gainesville, Florida
Construction Defects, Construction - Moisture Intrusion, Stucco, Fiber Cement Siding, Brick, Roofing, Building Envelope, Windows, Asphalt, Building Codes, Paint, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, FL Statute 558, FL Statute 553, Turnovers, ASTM, AAMA, FGIA, Spray Testing
Brice Miller is President of Miller Building Group, an engineering firm providing expert services and opinions to the legal and insurance industries. Mr. Miller has consulted on more than 6,000 matters, including high-rise and commercial claims, as well as single-family residential disputes. His expertise centers on building envelope failures, with extensive experience across a wide range of construction types and issues. Mr. Miller has a strong track record of helping resolve complex disputes prior to trial or arbitration, and he has also testified in trials and final hearings. He has developed rigorous protocols and procedures to ensure his expert opinions are defensible under deposition and cross-examination. His team includes full-time engineering technicians trained and certified in building envelope inspection and related disciplines, supported by a professional staff that ensures the timely delivery of accurate, high-quality reports. Miller Building Group is known for its u...
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Shane W Niemann, PE, DFE

Mechanical Forensic and Design Engineering Expert

Arete Forensics

LEESBURG, Florida
Mechanical Engineering, HVAC - Hydraulics, Air Conditioning, Machine Design, Construction Equipment, Automotive, Plumbing, Tractor, Lift, Crane, Accident Reconstruction, Ventilation, Fire, Cooling Tower, Welding, Generator, Pallet Jack, Drone, Failure Analysis, Energy Calculations, Pool
Mr. Niemann specializes in mechanical system failure analysis, vehicle systems analysis, construction defect investigations, product defects, firearms technology, unmanned aerial systems, and the reconstruction of accidents involving motor vehicles, cranes, forklifts, tractors, heavy equipment and pedestrians. He received a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Central Florida in 2017 and is a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida. Mr. Niemann has experience in engineering consulting, project management for construction projects, traffic accident reconstruction and mechanical systems design and failure analysis. Mr. Niemann employs leading edge technologies in the preservation of evidence and the reconstruction of accidents. In addition, Mr. Niemann has several years of experience in the electrical, construction and maintenance industries, and in the analysis of failures and design of structural, generators, remote radiators, engines, HVAC, plumbing, pump...
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John A Thomazin, PE, DFE, CXLT, ACTAR

Engineering Clarity for Unusual Cases

Áreté Forensics, PLLC

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...
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Felix Mendez, P.E.

Expert Engineer in HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Fire

3FM Consulting

Coral Gables, Florida
HVAC, Plumbing - Fire Sprinkler, Building Controls, Humidity Control, MEP, Building Pressurization
My name is Felix Mendez. I am a licensed engineer in the State of Florida. I have been designing mechanical and electrical systems for over 20 years, since 2005. I have obtained a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Florida International University and a M.S. degree in construction management from the same. I work currently as the principal engineer for 3FM Consulting, where I have worked since 2013. I have been in responsible charge of the design of hundreds of projects. My design portfolio includes complex mixed-use projects, high-end residential, commercial and government projects. Prior to 3FM Consulting, I worked as a designer and project manager for large national engineering firms in the design of high-rise and mixed use projects. Over the past decade, I have performed over 20 evaluations of existing mechanical and electrical systems. As part of those evaluations, I have presented recommendations for system troubleshooting, retrofits and replacement. Please refer to my...
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Shane W Niemann, PE, DFE

Mechanical Forensic and Design Engineering Expert

Arete Forensics

Georgia
Mechanical Engineering, HVAC - Hydraulics, Air Conditioning, Machine Design, Construction Equipment, Automotive, Plumbing, Tractor, Lift, Crane, Accident Reconstruction, Ventilation, Fire, Cooling Tower, Welding, Generator, Pallet Jack, Drone, Failure Analysis, Energy Calculations, Pool
Mr. Niemann specializes in mechanical system failure analysis, vehicle systems analysis, construction defect investigations, product defects, firearms technology, unmanned aerial systems, and the reconstruction of accidents involving motor vehicles, cranes, forklifts, tractors, heavy equipment and pedestrians. He received a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Central Florida in 2017 and is a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida. Mr. Niemann has experience in engineering consulting, project management for construction projects, traffic accident reconstruction and mechanical systems design and failure analysis. Mr. Niemann employs leading edge technologies in the preservation of evidence and the reconstruction of accidents. In addition, Mr. Niemann has several years of experience in the electrical, construction and maintenance industries, and in the analysis of failures and design of structural, generators, remote radiators, engines, HVAC, plumbing, pump...
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James Platt

Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert

The Platt Services Group, LLC

Idaho
Construction Defects, Plumbing - Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support. I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness. My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Gary L. Jackson, P.E., CSP, CFEI

Engineering, Safety & Fire - Expert Investigations

System Engineering And Laboratories Corporation (SEAL Corp)

Louisiana
Engineering, Safety - Fire Origin and Cause, Equipment Tractors Cranes, Structural, Explosion, Construction Safety, Accident, Marine, Premises, Design Defects, Manufacturing Defects, Watercraft, Plumbing, Failure Analysis, Construction Defects, Causation, Forensic, Slip Trip & Fall, ATV/UTV, Material, Mechanical
Mr. Jackson has 27+ years' experience as an Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A & M University graduating in 1984. Mr. Jackson has testified as an expert witness over 100 times in his career. Mr. Jackson is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Louisiana. he also holds national certifications in safety as a CSP - Certified Safety Professional, CFEI - Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator, Certified Drone Pilot, and state licenses as a Private Investigator, Certified Security Officer, Personal Protection Officer - Texas Private Security. Mr. Jackson is currently a member of the National Association of Fire Investigators and has previously been a member of NSPE, SAE, NFPA, and previously a certified firefighter, certified scuba diver, among other pursuits. Mr. Jackson has testified on a wide variety of subjects for both plaintiff and defense matters. His early professional experience began with NASA/JSC as a support...
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Thomas Bowman, PE

Building Systems Specialist (HVAC, Plumbing, etc.)

Bowman Engineering, Inc.

Greenfield, Massachusetts
HVAC, Plumbing - Mechanical, HVAC, Heating, Plumbing, Building Systems, Freeze Losses, Pipe Failures, Water Heating, Appliance Failures, Water Leaks, Combustion Equipment, Building Assessments, Damage Assessments, Cost Estimates, Energy, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Cooling, Process Systems, Product Liability
Licensed Professional Engineer: MA, CT, RI, ME, NH, VT, PA. Provided Forensic Engineering Services on hundreds of cases with a specific focus in the areas of Building Systems and Equipment, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Plumbing Systems, Water Losses, Freeze-ups, CO Poisoning, Heating Appliance Blowback and more. Failure Analysis of Mechanical Systems and Components, Failure Modes & Effects Analysis, Energy Systems, Industrial Process Systems. Substantial experience in the Design and Manufacturing of Mechanical Systems and Components. Design and Operation of Energy Systems and Power Plants, including Nuclear, Fossil and Renewable Energy. Also provide services in the areas of Project Management and Construction Administration for the entire duration of a project or on an interim basis, or for the purposes of Claim Damage Mitigation. Detailed knowledge of Construction Management Processes and Organizational Structure. U.S. Patent: 7,631,820 B2 Experienced Ar...
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Jeffrey E Bartrem, C.B.I.

Building Code and Construction Expert

Professional Inspection Consultants, Inc.

Williamston, Michigan
Building Inspection, Construction - Premises Liability, Property Litigation, Negligence Actions, Building Code, Wrongful Death, Residential & Commercial Structures, Fire, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Zoning, Slip & Fall, Workmanship, Water Testing, Building Inspection, Maintenance, Safety, Code Research, Cost Estimating
Tens of Thousands of Building Inspections performed. Certified Building Inspector, I.C.B.O - International Code Council Registered Building Inspector, State of MI Registered Building Official, State of Michigan Registered Plan Reviewer, State of MI 2009 International Accreditation Service, International Code Council, Lead Evaluator Training 1998 Professional Development Committee, International Conference of Building Officials 1987 Rehabilitation Construction Specialist, National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials 1983 Licensed Residential Builder, State of MI 2010 International Accreditation Service, International Code Council, Building Department Evaluator, Construction Practices Assessment Team, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 2009 Faculty, Michigan State Univ., School of Planning, Design and Construction, Construction Management Program, Adjunct Instructor, Commercial, Fire and Residential Building Codes 1984 President, Professional Inspection Consultant...
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James Platt

Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert

The Platt Services Group, LLC

Montana
Construction Defects, Plumbing - Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support. I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness. My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Don L Gifford

Electrical & General Construction Expert Witness

Gifford Consulting Group (A Division of Pete Fowler Construction)

Henderson, Nevada
Construction Defects, Electrical Engineering - Architecture, Building Codes, Construction, Construction Damages, Corrosion, Electrical, Fire & Life Safety, Construction Accidents, Forensic Engineering, Lighting & Illumination, Plumbing & HVAC, Pools & Spas, Scheduling, Roofs, Awnings, Construction Delays, Slip Trip & Fall, Construction Damages
Don L Gifford, B.S., MBA, has served as a forensics expert for 30 years, specializing in electrical, lighting, general construction, fire and explosion analysis, mechanical, product and system failure, surety/bonding matters, economic impact analysis, and contract disputes. Mr. Gifford is licensed in Nevada, California, and Arizona. Disciplines represented by internal staff and associate staff include: electrical, fire, mechanical & plumbing, civil, and economic impact. Mr. Gifford, founder and CEO of Gifford Consulting Group, LLC was first retained in the mid 1990s. His personal background includes forensics, construction contracting, design, fires/explosions, and management. As an outgrowth of this experience, requests for his service has resulted in his having been designated as an expert in more than 1,400 cases. He has testified more than 25 times in trial and arbitration and has been deposed well over 200 times. Learn more at https://www.petefowler.com/don-gifford (Gifford...
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Joseph J Leach, BSME

Leach Bros., Inc.

Pennsauken, New Jersey
Plumbing, HVAC - Piping Systems, Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Steam Systems, Chilled Water, Gas heat (Natural and Propane), Oil Heat, Repair/Preventive Maintenance
The principal of Leach Bros., Inc., Joseph J Leach P.E. has both professional licenses and construction licenses. During his career, he has acted as a consultant and expert witness on cases for both plaintiffs and defendants. These clients have included the following, corporations, insurance companies, attorneys’ offices, and private citizens. These assignments have included heating and air-conditioning concerns, domestic water, and sanitary plumbing maters, and piping system failures. Joseph Leach is a both a licensed Master Plumber, and HVACR contractor in New Jersey, which requires both installation experience, and knowledge of the plumbing and building codes. His background in both field construction work and the management of a construction/ service firm gives him a unique perspective that few engineers have.
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Steven Pietropaolo, MS, P.E., CFEI, DFE

Forensic Engineering Expert/Forensic Science

LGI Forensic Engineering, PC

North White Plains, New York
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering - Forensic Engineering, Explosions, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Product Liability, Fires, Fire Protection, Appliances, Construction, Building Defects, Failure Analysis, Laboratories & Testing, Plumbing, MEP
Steven Pietropaolo has a Bachelor Degree of Engineering in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Manhattan College. Mr. Pietropaolo is a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of New York, amongst many others. He is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, a Certified Fire Investigator Instructor, a Certified Forensic Consultant and Certified Forensic Professional Engineer. He is a Fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute. He is Board Certified in Forensic Engineering by the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE) and is a former President of NAFE. He has 35+ years of hands on engineering experience including electrical, mechanical, materials, safety, human factors, fire protection, and construction. He has knowledge of codes and standards used in construction and industry including building codes and safety codes. He is an expert in investigating and opining on New York State Labor Law c...
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Brian Davis, MS, P.E., President

Auto/Medical Device/Products Liability Expert

Central State Forensic

Cincinnati, Ohio
Mechanical Engineering, Products Liability - accident reconstruction, failure analysis, crash data, automotive, truck, medical device, hoverboard, consumer product, zipline, dialysis, plumbing, log splitter, products liability, EDR, industrial, root cause, manufacturing, intellectual property, marine, engine
Experienced testifying expert witness mechanical engineer with 35+ years in product design and forensic engineering. Experience leading complex investigations in automotive, industrial, consumer products and medical device cases. Serving both plaintiff and defense with Rule 26 compliant reports. Holder of six patents. Subrogation experience. Deposition experience. AM Best-certified service provider. He has opined in cases including auto accidents with EDR imaging, automotive product failures, large/semi truck (class 8) failures, dialysis machines, medical devices and med mal, consumer products liability with personal injury (zipline brakes & hoverboards), plumbing failures and property damage, automotive mechanic's lifts, go kart accidents and construction disputes. Member of eight engineering societies including an associate of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE) News item: $10.3M gained for plaintiff client against Ethicon/J&J: https://www.daytondailynews.com/lo...
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Robert A Durham, PhD, PE

Forensic Engineering and Intellectual Property

THEWAY Labs

Tulsa, Oklahoma
Failure Analysis, Engineering - Intellectual Property, Engineering Mechanical, Engineering Electrical, Fire, Construction, Electricity, Electronics, Laboratories & Testing, Investigation, Products Liability, Plumbing, Forensic Science, Building Inspection
Dr. Durham has been providing forensic and failure analysis services to clients for over 20 years. He has testified as an expert witness in multiple states, in federal jurisdictions, before FERC and state utility commissions. He is a certified fire and explosion investigator. He has been involved in over 2,500 IP and wfailure analysis projects including: power systems, lightning, electrocutions, oil & gas, tank batteries, industrial, commercial, residential, lighting appliances, utility systems, utility regulation, fire, equipment damage, switchgear, construction equipment, electronics, overhead lines, underground lines and fire protection equipment. Licensed PE in 11 States; BS EE, ME, PhD
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James Platt

Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert

The Platt Services Group, LLC

Oregon
Construction Defects, Plumbing - Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support. I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness. My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Joseph J Leach, BSME

Leach Bros., Inc.

Pennsylvania
Plumbing, HVAC - Piping Systems, Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Steam Systems, Chilled Water, Gas heat (Natural and Propane), Oil Heat, Repair/Preventive Maintenance
The principal of Leach Bros., Inc., Joseph J Leach P.E. has both professional licenses and construction licenses. During his career, he has acted as a consultant and expert witness on cases for both plaintiffs and defendants. These clients have included the following, corporations, insurance companies, attorneys’ offices, and private citizens. These assignments have included heating and air-conditioning concerns, domestic water, and sanitary plumbing maters, and piping system failures. Joseph Leach is a both a licensed Master Plumber, and HVACR contractor in New Jersey, which requires both installation experience, and knowledge of the plumbing and building codes. His background in both field construction work and the management of a construction/ service firm gives him a unique perspective that few engineers have.
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Joseph Quinn, M.S., P.E.

Metal Failure Analysis - Materials Engineering

Materials FACT

Pennsylvania
Failure Analysis, Metallurgy - Automobile, Aircraft, Tools, Appliance, Engineering Expert, Construction, Construction Defect, Corrosion, Maritime, Machinery, Materials selection, Glass, Medical Implant, Medical Device, Manufacturing Design, Plumbing Expert, Products Liability, Fire & Explosion, Product Design, Pipe
Joseph Quinn, MS, PE, is a Forensic Metallurgy and Metallurgical Engineering consultant. He is a Licensed Professional Engineer in Metallurgical Engineering and is registered in 7 states (CA, PA, UT, NV, AZ, CO, WA) with the Model Law Engineering (MLE) designation. He has provided over 1,000 Failure Analysis investigations on metallic and non-metallic (glass, plastic, rubber, and composite) materials or products. Mr. Quinn provides metallurgical and materials consultation, expert witness testimony, and forensic failure analysis in civil litigation matters for defendants and plaintiffs. He has received awards in the International Metallographic Contest and has delivered several presentations on metallurgical engineering and failure analysis subjects at universities, ASM meetings, and industry events. He has served as Past President of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) in California and remains active in industry standards development, technical societies, and pro...
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Tim Keane

Legionella Forensics & Legionnaires Expert

Legionella Risk Management, Inc.

Chalfont, Pennsylvania
Environmental Engineering, Plumbing - Legionella, Spa, Outbreak Management, Legionnaires' disease, Hot Tubs, Ornamental Fountains, Waterborne Pathogens, Potable Water, Cooling Towers, Outbreak response, Litigation Support
Mr. Keane is an engineer and internationally recognized authority on the control, mitigation, and forensic investigation of Legionella in building and industrial water systems. He has more than 40 years of experience spanning engineering, construction, facility operations, water treatment, and Legionella risk management, including more than 25 years leading outbreak investigations, root cause determinations, and remediation efforts. Mr. Keane is retained in complex Legionnaires’ disease litigation involving alleged failures in engineering design, system operation, and water management programs. His forensic work includes field investigation, system and operational analysis, interpretation of water quality and microbiological data, review of engineering schematics, and reconstruction of system operating history. His experience includes: • Building engineering, construction, and facility operations/management (1977–1987) • Water treatment industry leadership and technical operatio...
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Roger W. Griffith, P.E.

Griffith Engineering & Consulting, Inc.

Jefferson City, Tennessee
Plumbing, HVAC - Plumbing, plumbing systems, plumbing codes, plumbing design, plumbing engineering, piping, hot water systems, scalding, Legionella, fuel gas systems, gas appliances, gas venting, carbon monoxide poisoning, HVAC, HVAC design, fire protection, sprinkler systems, construction defects, failure analysis
Roger W. Griffith, P.E., is a licensed, professional mechanical engineer (multi-State licensure) 0as a mechanical engineer. He is the founder and principal of Griffith Engineering & Consulting. His experience includes plumbing, HVAC, and sprinkler system design, forensic analysis, and expert witness consulting. Mr. Griffith provides Forensic Engineering Consulting and expert witness services, including deposition and trial testimony. In addition to plumbing, HVAC, and sprinkler systems, his areas of specialty include carbon monoxide exposure, hot water scalding, and fuel gas explosions. Mr. Griffith is a Board Certified Diplomate of Forensic Engineering by the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE). Prior to founding Griffith Engineering in 1997, Mr. Griffith worked at the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), an electric utility, as a nuclear piping analyst, valve and heat exchanger specialist, maintenance engineer, and later maintenance supervisor at a fossil plant, and qual...
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Bradley N Plank, PE

MME Forensic Consulting, Inc.

Dallas, Texas
Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy - Product Liability, Failure Analysis, HVAC, Oilfield, Heavy Equipment, Cranes, Cables, Medical Devices, Plastics, Boilers, Water Heaters, Plumbing
Using his combination of mechanical and metallurgical (including plastics) experience and education, Mr. Plank provides forensic and consulting engineering services to attorneys, insurance professionals, and manufacturing companies. A registered engineer in Texas and 23 other states, his experience includes 32 years in manufacturing in the metals processing industries, 29 years performing failure analyses, and 26 years investigating claims. Mr. Plank has testified in a wide variety of matters including personal injury and property damage, in both state and federal court, and his testimony has never been excluded. Assignments have involved mechanical equipment, appliances, oil and gas transmission equipment, plumbing, HVAC, heavy equipment, machine tools, cranes and wire cables, manufacturing processes, and thermal processes, among many others.
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Gary L. Jackson, P.E., CSP, CFEI

Engineering, Safety & Fire - Expert Investigations

System Engineering And Laboratories Corporation (SEAL Corp)

Tyler, Texas
Engineering, Safety - Fire Origin and Cause, Equipment Tractors Cranes, Structural, Explosion, Construction Safety, Accident, Marine, Premises, Design Defects, Manufacturing Defects, Watercraft, Plumbing, Failure Analysis, Construction Defects, Causation, Forensic, Slip Trip & Fall, ATV/UTV, Material, Mechanical
Mr. Jackson has 27+ years' experience as an Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A & M University graduating in 1984. Mr. Jackson has testified as an expert witness over 100 times in his career. Mr. Jackson is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Louisiana. he also holds national certifications in safety as a CSP - Certified Safety Professional, CFEI - Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator, Certified Drone Pilot, and state licenses as a Private Investigator, Certified Security Officer, Personal Protection Officer - Texas Private Security. Mr. Jackson is currently a member of the National Association of Fire Investigators and has previously been a member of NSPE, SAE, NFPA, and previously a certified firefighter, certified scuba diver, among other pursuits. Mr. Jackson has testified on a wide variety of subjects for both plaintiff and defense matters. His early professional experience began with NASA/JSC as a support...
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Garrett Johnson, PSP, CCE, CCM

Construction Expert, Licensed Contractor

PCI PDC Services, LLC

Salt Lake City, Utah
Construction, Construction Defects - Schedule Delays, Damages, Multi-Family Developments, Healthcare Construction, Real Estate, Contracts, Subcontractors, Cost Analysis, Estimating, Scheduling, Excavation, Concrete, Steel, Framing, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Building Envelope
Over $3 billion and 25+ years of complex, commercial construction experience working with owners/developers, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, material and equipment suppliers, government agencies/LAHJ and lenders/financing. Project delivery methodologies include: Design/Build, Design-Bid-Build, Construction Manager at Risk (CMR), Construction Manager Agency (CMA), and Multiple-Prime Contractors. Project types include: healthcare, multi-family, retail, government/GSA.
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Mark "Jake" Jacobson

Construction Defect & Standard of Care Expert

The Expert Construction Witness, LLC

Utah
Construction, Construction Defects - Residential, Standard of Care, Building Codes, Workmanship, Plumbing, Commercial, Roofing & Stucco, Plan Reviews, Project Documents & Costs, Electrical, Water Intrusion, Facilities Management, Site Evals, Framing, Litigation Support, Concrete, Site Inspections, Product Evals, Mechanical, Insurance
Mark “Jake” Jacobson Building Inspector Building Official Construction Expert Witness Consultant Facilities Manager General Contractor Pre-Purchase Inspector Project Manager Project Superintendent Mark “Jake” Jacobson serves as a construction expert witness and consultant in matters involving construction defects, delays, cost overruns, project management issues, and standard-of-care concerns. He works with attorneys and their clients throughout Colorado, Utah and surrounding states. He brings over 30 years of experience in construction, construction management, facilities management, and business management. His background includes roles as a building inspector, building official, jobsite superintendent, facilities manager, general contractor, and construction consultant/analyst. This breadth of experience provides a practical, experience-based perspective on construction practices, building codes, and the applicable standard of care. His work includes residential new construct...
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James Platt

Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert

The Platt Services Group, LLC

Seattle, Washington
Construction Defects, Plumbing - Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support. I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness. My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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Daniel R Robles, PE, MBA

Mechanical Engineer - Expert Witness

Community Engineering Services, PLLC

EDMONDS, Washington
Mechanical Engineering, Investigation - Plumbing, Test Engineering, Product Liability, Failure Analysis, Forensic Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Accident Reconstruction, Water Damage, Feasibility Study, Corrosion, Construction, Airport, Aviation, Standard of Care, Litigation Support, Risk Assessment, Machinery, Insurance, Document Analysis, Design Engineering
Daniel Robles, PE, MBA is a licensed mechanical engineer with over 35 years of diverse experience in aerospace, building sciences, and advanced technology platforms. He has held leadership roles in design and test engineering for high-profile projects including the NASA Space Shuttle, commercial satellite deployment, stealth aircraft, and commercial aircraft commissioning and servicing, working for industry leaders such as Rockwell International, Hughes Aircraft, Northrop Aircraft, and The Boeing Company. Mr. Robles is the founder of Community Engineering Services PLLC, where he leverages his extensive aerospace and engineering expertise to provide expert witness services, condition assessments, inspections, and failure analysis for the legal, insurance, and financial industries, as well as private, municipal, and institutional clients. His specific areas of practice include plumbing systems, drain, waste, vent, and domestic water supply, as well as water system failures, water int...
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James Laird

Mechanical Forensic Engineering Expert

Clear Analysis Engineering, PLLC

Bellingham, Washington
Mechanical Engineering, Fire - Plumbing, Appliances, Automotive, Agricultural Equipment, HVAC, Fire Protection, Natural Gas, Propane, EDR / Event Data Recorder, Forklifts, Scissor Lifts, Hydraulic Systems, Product Liability, Explosions, Sprinkler Systems, Failure Analysis, Forensic Engineering, Evidence Preservation, Pacific Northwest, Guarding
James Laird, PE, is the founder of CAE Forensic (Clear Analysis Engineering, PLLC), a forensic mechanical engineering firm based in Bellingham, Washington. He has conducted over 2,000 forensic investigations across residential, commercial, industrial, and vehicle cases throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationally. Mr. Laird's practice focuses exclusively on mechanical engineering — failure analysis, fire and explosion investigation, and automotive forensics. He investigates failures in plumbing and appliances, HVAC and boiler systems, forklifts, scissor lifts, hydraulic machinery, agricultural equipment, and a broad range of consumer and industrial products. He is EDR-equipped for crash data retrieval and interpretation in automotive cases. All fire and explosion investigations follow NFPA 921 methodology. Mr. Laird holds three fire investigation certifications: IAAI-CFI (International Association of Arson Investigators), CFEI, and CVFI (National Association of Fire Investigato...
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James Platt

Construction and Plumbing Defects Expert

The Platt Services Group, LLC

Wyoming
Construction Defects, Plumbing - Construction Defects Consulting, Scheduling, Construction Management, Building Codes, Contracts, Insurance Claims, Estimating, Construction Safety, Sub Contracting, Residential /Commercial Construction, Restaurants, Construction Personal Injury, Plumbing, Sewer, Water, General Contractor
I am an experienced general contractor and builder. I am currently licensed, bonded and insured and have been continuously since October of 1969. I have over 56 years experience in general building of residential, commercial and light industrial projects. I have 2 offices, one in the Puget Sound area of Seattle Washington and another in the Tri-cities area of eastern Washington. I currently exercise my skills as an expert witness in construction and plumbing defect cases that entail forensic investigation, cost estimating, report writing and litigation support. I am also a licensed master Journeyman plumber and plumbing contractor now retired with more than 46 years experience. I keep current on all aspects of construction and plumbing related issues and opine in both of these areas as an expert witness. My hands-on trade experiences encompass all areas of general construction and building from design through building completion including direct supervision of all of the ...
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