Forensic Architecture & Building Performance Analysis

LOGAN FORENSICS, LLC specializes in the objective evaluation of the built environment. Providing assistance to attorneys, insurance companies, building owners, developers, and other industry professionals by investigating and identifying the causes of failure, damage, and nonperformance as they relate to the built environment.

Areas of Focus

• • • • • Architects Standard of Care: Professional review and expert analysis of architectural services in relation to the applicable standard of care.  Assessments on whether architectural services were performed in a manner consistent with the knowledge, skill, and care ordinarily exercised by similarly situated professionals.
        • Design & Construction Defects: Evaluation of alleged defects related to architectural design, detailing, specifications, and construction practices.  Services often include defect identification, causation analysis, and allocation of responsibility.
        • Building Nonperformance: Assessment of buildings that do not meet expected performance criteria, including durability, moisture control, life safety, and functional use.  Identification of contributing factors and evaluate compliance with applicable building codes, industry standards, and contractural requirements.
        • Premises Liability & Property Damage Claims: Technical investigation and analysis of conditions causing or contributing to property damage, personal injury, life-safety and unsafe conditions.

Standard Services

• • • • Site inspections and condition assessments
      • Document and drawing review
      • Failure and causation analysis
      • Building code and industry standard compliance evaluations
      • Construction practice evaluation
      • Repair and remediation recommendations
      • Litigation support and consulting
      • Expert reports and testimony

LOGAN FORENSICS, LLC’s findings are presented in clear, concise reports supported by photographs, technical data, and industry references – designed to be understandable by all involved.