Expert Investigation
Expert investigation and analysis of construction defects and defective work for dispute resolution and claims.
Our Service
Inadequate quality, design and defective work are common sources of dispute. With extensive knowledge and experience, Expert Services International is well positioned to provide comprehensive investigation and analysis into complicated construction defects and problems that arise during construction, following practical completion, or during facility operations.
Our defect analysis services combine detailed site investigation, material testing, design review, specification compliance assessment and cost analysis. We identify the root causes of defects, assess the extent and significance of issues, quantify the cost of remediation or rectification work, and provide expert witness services to support dispute resolution.
Our Approach
Our investigation methodology combines technical expertise with practical construction experience. We examine defective work in detail, review design intent and specification requirements, and assess whether construction and materials meet contractual obligations.
We provide independent, impartial analysis that stands up to rigorous scrutiny in dispute resolution. Our findings are supported by site investigations, material testing, specification analysis, and quantitative cost assessments.
What We Do
We conduct detailed site investigations and technical assessments of defective work. Our investigations include physical inspection, measurement, photography, sampling, and material testing as required to characterise the nature, extent and significance of defects.
We review design documentation and specifications to establish what was required, then assess whether constructed work complies with those requirements. Our analysis identifies gaps, deviations and non-compliance that constitute defects.
We investigate the underlying causes of defects, whether arising from design errors, material selection, construction methodology, workmanship, or other factors. Understanding root causes is essential to determining responsibility and developing appropriate remediation strategies.
We quantify the cost of remediation or rectification work required to cure defects. Our cost estimates are based on detailed site investigation, specification analysis, construction methodology review, and current market rates for remedial work.
We prepare detailed expert reports and provide expert witness testimony in support of dispute resolution proceedings. Our reports present technical findings clearly, establish compliance or non-compliance with contractual requirements, and quantify impacts and costs.
Expertise
Our consultants have extensive experience investigating and analysing defects in all aspects of construction projects.
Experience
We have extensive experience investigating construction defects on residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure and specialist projects.
Apartments, condominiums, hotels, residential towers, school and college buildings including complex facade, waterproofing and structural defects.
Office buildings, shopping centres, mixed-use developments with complex mechanical, electrical and finishes systems.
Factories, warehousing, production facilities with complex mechanical and process plant systems.
Roads, bridges, civil infrastructure, hospitals, government buildings with specialised technical systems and requirements.
Our Methodology
We conduct thorough site investigations and technical assessments, including visual inspection, dimensional measurement, photography, material sampling and testing as required. Our investigations establish the factual basis for defect analysis.
We review design documents, specifications, contracts and relevant standards to establish what construction was required. We then assess whether the installed work meets those contractual requirements.
Our analysis is independent and impartial, applying professional standards and industry best practices. Our findings are evidence-based and defensible under cross-examination.
We quantify the impact of defects including cost of remediation, impact on property value, loss of use, and other consequential impacts. Our cost estimates are detailed and transparent.
Our investigations and reporting comply with expert witness protocols and standards across all Australian jurisdictions, the United Kingdom, and international arbitration proceedings. Our expert reports and testimony are reliable and credible.
