We deliver science-backed investigations, defensible repair documentation, and resolution-focused insight for owners, insurers, and legal professionals.
At Construction Science Forensics (CSF), we uncover the root causes of building failures and translate complex forensic findings into clear, actionable repair reports.
Our Building Envelope Reference Manual (BERM) provides the technical roadmap and documentation you need to move forward — confidently, accurately, and decisively.
Trusted by attorneys, adjusters, insurers and ownership teams throughout the United States.
50+ years of combined Building Science Experience
Our team brings together decades of hands-on construction, inspection, and forensic investigation experience — blending field knowledge with technical precision.
1000+
Building Envelope Investigations Completed
From single-family homes to multi-million-dollar commercial properties, we’ve analyzed failures, documented causes, and produced repair scopes that stand up in court and on-site.
$100M+
in Property Value Restored or Protected
Our findings and Building Envelope Repair Manuals have guided effective restoration strategies, preventing costly repeat failures and protecting long-term asset value.
What We Deliver:
- Construction Defect Forensics: Independent cause and origin analysis with clear photographic and technical evidence.
- Litigation Support: Objective documentation, expert testimony, and timeline reconstruction that clarifies liability and scope.
- Restoration Scopes & Oversight: From diagnosis through repair verification — we help you close the loop with confidence.
- Building Envelope Reference Manuals (BERM): Detailed, specification-ready repair guidance grounded in investigation data.
- Comprehensive 3D Modeling & Reality Capture: Share models with architects, engineers, contractors and shareholders.
Our Process:
1️⃣
Investigation
We begin by gathering facts — conducting site inspections, reviewing documents, and capturing data through photos, measurements, and technology such as 3D modeling or infrared analysis.
2️⃣ Analysis
Our team examines how and why failures occurred. We identify contributing factors, determine causation, and validate findings through technical review and field experience.
3️⃣ Documentation
We compile clear, defensible reports with supporting evidence — including photos, diagrams, and narratives that outline cause, responsibility, and scope of repair.
4️⃣ Resolution
We translate findings into actionable repair scopes or Building Envelope Repair Manuals (BERM). When needed, we also provide litigation support, expert testimony, and oversight through repair verification.
Book Inspection
Schedule an inspection that suits your timeline, either online or by phone.
Expert Evaluation
Our experienced inspectors conduct a thorough examination of the property.
Detailed Report
Receive an in-depth report, revealing any potential issues and liabilities.
Informed Decision
Armed with knowledge, confidently proceed with your property investment or claim.
