Forensic Building Science

05/28/2026

New “mutant materials” like stronger-than-steel engineered wood and carbon-negative concrete are pushing the boundaries of construction, offering sustainable alternatives that could reshape how buildings are designed and built.

https://www.architectmagazine.com/technology/products/the-materials-that-could-end-concrete-steel-and-plastic

Discover the mutant materials that could replace concrete, steel, and plastic—stronger, cleaner, and built for a carbon-constrained future.

05/27/2026

Meet Lester Thompson, one of our dedicated Field Investigators at Forensic Building Science! Lester plays a key role in delivering thorough, on-site evaluations, bringing a sharp eye for detail and a hands-on approach to every inspection. His commitment to accuracy and clear documentation helps ensure each project is assessed with precision. We’re grateful to have Lester on our team and appreciate the value he brings to every client investigation! 👏

05/26/2026

Need an expert on a large loss claim? We work with attorneys, commercial building owners, developers, property managers, homeowner’s associations (HOAs), municipalities, carriers, and public adjusters throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

📞 Contact Us at (888) 462-3517 for a Free Consultation!
🔗 https://www.forensicbuildingscience.com/contact/

05/21/2026

Our Director of Business Development, Bridget Como, took the stage at the Iowa Claims Conference alongside Michelle Cruff, COO at Pearson Legal PC! Their session highlighted how collaboration between attorneys, engineers, and other technical experts can strengthen documentation and lead to more effective claim presentations.

05/20/2026

A new certificate program from American Concrete Institute is helping professionals better understand low-carbon concrete, from design and material selection to compliance and performance.

📎 Learn more: https://www.bdcnetwork.com/concrete/concrete-technology/news/55369516/aci-launches-certificate-program-for-low-carbon-concrete

05/19/2026

When clients need dependable, detail-driven expertise, they turn to Forensic Building Science. From the first report to final delivery, our team brings responsiveness, accuracy, and consistency to every assignment.

🔗 See what our clients are saying! https://www.forensicbuildingscience.com/testimonials/

05/18/2026

It’s National Wildfire Awareness Month!🔥 At Forensic Building Science, we specialize in detailed fire damage assessments, smoke and soot sampling, and clear documentation for fire-related claims.

📌 Need a trusted Building Consultant? Contact Us at (888) 462-3517 for a Free Consultation!
🔗 www.ForensicBuildingScience.com

05/15/2026

According to the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I), non-weather factors are the dominant driver of insured losses. Demographic shifts into high-risk regions, legal system abuse, and escalating labor and construction costs collectively account for up to 90% of loss growth since 2000, according to data cited from Gallagher Re.

📎Read the press release: https://www.iii.org/press-release/triple-i-severe-convective-storms-generate-more-than-50b-in-insured-losses-for-third-consecutive-year-041326

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Dawn Bailey, Senior Technical Writer at Forensic Building Science (FBS), on receiving a Leadership Excellence Award for her government service. She brings valuable experience from the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program, which recognizes exemplary U.S. organizations and their best practices.

Through her involvement in the Baldrige Executive Fellows Program, Dawn continues to learn and share insights on leadership, innovation, operational intelligence, and workforce engagement with the FBS team. 👏👏👏

05/13/2026

According to Munich Re, severe thunderstorm losses in the U.S. amounted to $56B in 2025. significantly higher than the 10-year average. As severe weather events grow more frequent and more destructive in many regions, proactive risk mitigation and a proactive stance is even more important for commercial properties to address vulnerabilities before the next storm hits.

05/13/2026

May is Building Safety Month! 🏗️ At Forensic Building Science, we step in when the stakes are high and the details matter. As building consultants, third-party experts, and expert witnesses, we handle complex losses, construction defects, and disputed claims with a focus on what actually happened and why.

🔎 From field investigations, estimating, and building code analysis to property envelope assessments, risk evaluations, and construction oversight, our work covers the full lifecycle of a building issue—not just the surface symptoms.
https://www.iccsafe.org/advocacy/building-safety-month/building-safety-month/