We often see the results of structural or design issues. Cracking, water leaks, creaks and squeaks become the visible manifestation of a potentially larger issue. Criterium-Peters Engineers have over 20 years experience hunting down the causes of defects and have the expertise required to recommend and design fixes.
Contact Criterium-Peters today for:
Failure Investigation Analysis and Diagnosis
In Pennsylvania Criterium-Peters Engineers’ expertise in building systems is often requested when clients need someone to determine the cause and origin of a failure, determine how best to remedy the problem, develop estimates and contract documents, manage the repair, and provide court testimony. We do not decide whether defects are covered by insurance but render an opinion as to what caused the problem and what can be done about it.
Insurance Investigations
Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. performs forensic insurance investigations for insurance companies to analyze what caused the damage to a property. This allows insurers to determine whether the owner’s insurance policy covers the claim. Did the accumulation of snow cause the roof to collapse? Or was a flaw in the construction or the design responsible for the failure? With our decades of experience inspecting buildings of all kinds, and our deep understanding of building systems and technology, Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. is well-equipped to answer that question. Our services include:
- Structural Inspections
- Water Intrusion Investigations
- Storm Damage Assessments (flood, hurricane, tornado, earthquake, hail, wind, etc.)
- Fire Evaluations
- Expert Testimony
Our geographical reach, broad and deep building inspection and construction monitoring experience, and the range of engineering consulting services we offer, explain why so many insurance companies have Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. on speed dial. Contact us for more information about how Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. can support and strengthen your insurance claims review process.
Damage Estimates
Damage estimates are detailed evaluations outlining projected repair costs required to restore a vehicle or property following damage. Estimates may include labor, materials, parts, refinishing procedures, and potential hidden structural damage.
Repair Design
Having experience in design repair and construction monitoring, our engineers can also recommend the necessary repairs, estimate the cost, develop the project design and monitor the construction work. Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. also produces the Probable Maximum Loss studies insurers use to assess the risks associated with insuring a property and calculate the appropriate premium for it.
Fire/Life Safety Studies
Fire/life safety studies involve the evaluation of fire behavior, prevention methods, protection systems, hazard risks, and occupant safety within buildings and facilities. These studies help assess emergency response planning, building safety features, evacuation procedures, and overall fire protection measures to support life safety and property protection.
Expert Witness Services
For property owners dealing with construction defects, litigation is rarely the first choice. However, it is sometimes unavoidable. Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. will provide the expert witness services and building analysis needed to verify whether a structural or building flaw exists or not. We can advise building owners and their attorneys on the strength or weakness of the structural evidence supporting a defect claim. And if litigation proceeds, we can provide the expert witness testimony that will present the evidence in court, in mediation or in pre-trial negotiations. No single engineer knows everything about every building. But Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. is affiliated with a national network of companies creating a large pool of highly qualified professional engineers with wide-ranging expertise. We have experts capable of testifying knowledgably about virtually any component in any type of building.
Engineers are not known for their communications skill. Criterium-Peters Engineers, Inc. insists on it. We select our engineers based in part on their ability to communicate effectively with clients and on their behalf. The engineers who provide expert witness testimony have years of experience doing so. They know how to present complex, technical information clearly, credibly and persuasively, both in court and in the pre-trial depositions that may lead to an out-of-court resolution of the dispute.
For more information about any of our Forensic Engineering Services, or to find out how Criterium-Peters Engineers can help with your next project, contact us here or call us at 570-752-8044.