The Top Challenges in Construction Defect Investigations
Construction defect investigations are an essential aspect of the construction claims industry, aimed at identifying and resolving issues that arise from faulty workmanship or materials. [...]
May is Building Safety Month
Did you know that each May is dedicated as Building Safety Month? The International Code Council (ICC) chose May as the month when federal, state [...]
What Does a Shower Failure Mean?
A shower failure refers to a situation where your shower does not work as intended, meaning it does not provide water, the water pressure is [...]
What Do Cracks in the Walls Mean?
Have you noticed cracks in the walls and worry that these are indications of serious issues? You’ll be glad to know that some cracks are [...]
Meet Matthew Furlong, CBC, RBC
When you have a construction complaint, you need a non-biased expert on your side—like Matthew Furlong. Furlong specializes in forensic engineering, scientific investigations, technical report [...]
Consumer Beware: Faulty Product Installation Can Void Your Warranty
When you purchase a product for your home or home improvement, it is important to understand the warranty. What is more important, however, is to [...]
What is the Building Code and Why is it Important?
Whenever construction is to be performed on a residential or commercial property, it is imperative that any and all work conforms to the minimum standards [...]
Antibacterial Properties of Copper & Copper Alloys
In earlier days of construction, it was not unusual to see door hardware made of brass. But nowadays, much of our hardware, including railings, has [...]
These Algae-Resistant Roofing Shingles Come With a Warning About Gutter Damage
The company CertainTeed has issued a warning about one of its products: the CertainTeed Algae-Resistant Shingles. And it is up to the homeowner to know [...]
Why do CPVC Pipes Fail?
One of the services we offer here at Först Consulting Group is Forensic Investigation. That means we go into a construction site or building to [...]