Consulting Services

Our construction consulting services are tailored to residential homebuyers, contractors and architects.

Architects are now commonly using engineers to perform a structural review of their plans and prepare wall bracing plans even though code does not require it in most cases. Engineering firms are often overwhelmed with work and are not familiar with residential wall bracing code. We can perform these reviews to ensure code compliance. As codes change, it is hard to stay up to date with plan details and all that boilerplate. Different jurisdictions have varied code amendments and plan requirements. We can review it to make sure it is appropriate and correct. Effective energy efficiency compliance strategies must start at the planning stage. We can help with details and guidance to make the plan more efficient and tailor a strategy to meet your clients budget.

Contractors who draw their own plans may want a structural review or code-compliant wall bracing plan. Even when employing an architect, it is often helpful to have a second opinion. We can also meet with subcontractors like insulators, plumbers, framers, etc., to provide input into simple strategies to improve their product with an emphasis on owner comfort and convenience while not sacrificing cost. The ever-changing energy code requirements are tough to stay on top of. We can offer insights and methods to make this much simpler and more cost-effective.

Homebuyers may want an unbiased, expert opinion on energy efficiency for their new home for optimum comfort and convenience. We can help determine the most appropriate equipment and technologies for your project. Architects, builders and subcontractors are not always up to date with the latest methods. We can customize the design to fit your budget and follow up with site visits during critical phases of construction. We verify our design using the latest energy simulation software and take advantage of all available energy efficiency incentives.