Building Diagnostics

Buildings are designed and constructed for many parameters, foremost as shelter from constant exposure to the weather. However, buildings often do not perform as anticipated and construction or design deficiencies can lead to failure of building components, systems, or intended use. These problems may reduce the performance of the building, cause damage to its features, or create hazardous conditions that could result in structural failures or unhealthy environments.

While these deficiencies are often present, the problem is not immediately identifiable. Buric has extensive experience in the diagnostic analysis of building problems. Our services support all phases from assisting the community with a Transition Analysis and supporting budgeting needs with a Capital Reserve Study, to defining deficiencies and managing the necessary repairs.

Buric assists property owners, contractors and insurance companies in these efforts. Our diagnostic approach is outlined at right.

Buric can assist with resolving the building defect disputes through negotiations with involved parties. If necessary, Buric provides litigation support through expert testimony and demonstrative exhibits, including customized 3D, 4D and 5D Building Information Models (BIM).

Transtion Studies include a narrative report and punch–list summary that details observed deficiencies, identifies possible causes of problems and provides recommended corrective actions.

Reserve Studies are based on with a physical inventory of common area assets, an assessment of their condition and life and valuation estimates.