Forensic Building Science

09/08/2026

When building-related questions arise, having the right expertise makes all the difference. Our seasoned Building Consultants bring extensive knowledge in residential and commercial construction, restoration, property damage, building codes, safety, and insurance claims management. When you need unbiased, independent, 3rd party expertise, we’re your one-stop shop.

📞 Contact Us at (888) 462-3517 for a Free Consultation!
🔗 www.ForensicBuildingScience.com

09/03/2026

Being prepared today can make all the difference tomorrow. During , take time to review your emergency plans, document your property, and ensure your home and/or business is ready for unexpected events.

🔗 Preparedness Tips: https://www.epa.gov/natural-disasters/september-preparedness-month

09/02/2026

Warmer temperatures could mean larger hail and more costly damage. Researchers report that hailstones over 1.18 inches in diameter could become up to 52% more frequent, while smaller hail may decrease. As development expands in hail-prone regions, property losses are expected to grow.

https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2026/06/02/872030.htm

Warming global temperatures will probably mean more hailstorms with larger and more damaging hailstones, a study published in a prestigious, peer-reviewed

07/30/2026

to the NAPIA Annual Meeting!

Our CEO, Tom Irmiter, presented “The Use of Forensic Building Experts in First-Party Property Claims” alongside Brian Goodman. The session focused on educating the industry and highlighting the important role forensic building experts play in complex property claims. Always proud to be part of conversations that help move the industry forward. 👏

07/28/2026

Lessons from the Surfside condo collapse continue to influence building design, maintenance, and inspection practices nationwide.

📎 Check out this article from the International Code Council (ICC), which explores how building codes are evolving in response to the tragedy and highlights the development of ICC 1500, a new standard designed to provide consistent requirements for inspecting structural systems, building envelopes, fire protection systems, and other critical building components.

https://www.iccsafe.org/building-safety-journal/bsj-dives/how-building-codes-are-being-updated-and-driving-development-after-the-surfside-condo-collapse/

As building codes are updated to meet a higher standard of safety, developers are looking at how they can best construct condos of tomorrow.

07/27/2026

We’re excited to share that Dawn Bailey, Technical Writer at Forensic Building Science, is featured once again in the latest edition of the Consumer Claims Journal! 👏

📌In her newest article, “Fire Claims: Delays, Disputes, and Hidden Contamination,” Dawn takes a closer look at some of the challenges that can complicate fire losses and why understanding hidden damage is critical to achieving fair claim outcomes.

📎Read the full article:
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07/23/2026

to another great FAPIA LIVE! This event always does an outstanding job bringing together industry professionals for valuable education, networking, and conversations about the latest trends in property claims.

🗓️ To learn more about our services, please contact Bridget Como, Director of Business Development, at [email protected] or call us at (888) 462-3517.



Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters

07/22/2026

As natural hazards become more frequent and severe, stronger building codes matter more than ever. FEMA’s “Building Codes Save: A Nationwide Study” found that modern codes help reduce property losses from natural disasters and make communities more resilient.

https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/building-science/building-codes-save-study

FEMA’s landmark study, “Building Codes Save: A Nationwide Study,” shows that modern building codes lead to major reduction in property losses from natural disasters. The FEMA report calculates losses from three types of natural hazard (earthquakes, flooding, and hurricane winds) for each state...

07/21/2026

Field Days 📸: Even our Director of Business Development isn't afraid to climb a roof. While Bridget Como's primary role is building relationships and serving our clients, she enjoys getting into the field to better understand the challenges property owners, adjusters, and insurers face every day.

🔎 Submit an Assignment: https://www.forensicbuildingscience.com/client-intake/

07/20/2026

Good news! 🌪️ 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Update: Forecasters at Colorado State University (CSU) have further reduced the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook, with current projections calling for a well below-normal season.

🔗 Learn more: https://tropical.colostate.edu/forecasting.html

We anticipate that the 2026 Atlantic basin hurricane season will have somewhat below-normal activity. Current weak La Niña conditions are likely to transition to El Niño in the next few months, with the potential for a moderate/strong El Niño for the peak of hurricane season. Sea surface temperat...