Consultations by Licensed Professional Engineers

Many homeowners and building owners become concerned that a minor flaw in a house or building indicates a serious problem.  For example, if a crack develops in a wall, you will want to know whether to call a contractor to open the wall for repairs (at a significant expense) or just paint over the crack.  Heimer Engineering can assess this as well as other such situations, and advise you how to proceed.

You may have safety issues related to your home or building.  A licensed Professional Engineer is professionally (and legally) obliged to be concerned about human life and safety, and will advise you when safety issues should be considered.

"Free" Estimates

Many people will call a contractor for a "free" estimate when a problem is suspected.  This seems to save the cost of retaining a licensed Professional Engineer.  However, many contractors have limited expertise outside their field.  For example, a carpenter may have very limited experience with electrical and plumbing issues.  Moreover, there is a conflict of interest on the part of the contractor giving you the "free" estimate.  The contractor who finds work to do benefits financially.  As a result, you may pay for unneeded repairs.

Heimer Engineering is not a contracting firm, so there is never a conflict of interest in their professional advice.  You can count on accurate, professional advice when using our consultation services.  Depend on the insight that only an Engineer can provide.

How a Consultation by a
Licensed Professional Engineer Can Help You

There are many type of problems about which an Engineer's professional advise can help you.  Examples include:

• Construction Damage
• Contractor Disputes
• Water penetration into the basement
• Leaks and stains
• Retaining Wall Condition
• Dampness and mold
• High electric bills
• High fuel bills
• Damage to a building caused by an automobile accident
• Structural concerns
• Building defects
• Cracks
• Uneven floors
• Improper repairs by a contractor
• Doors and windows that suddenly start to stick
• High heating bills
• Stairs and steps
• Load bearing walls
• Causes of playground  and exercise equipment injuries
• Causes of trip and fall injuries
• Causes of scalding hot water injuries
• Load bearing capacity
• Compliance with applicable standards

In many cases, the clearly written reports can help facilitate a quick resolution.  If the case has to be litigated in a court of law, Heimer Engineering's licensed Professional Engineers are ready to serve as expert witnesses in a court of law.  Staff Engineers have qualified as expert witnesses in Federal Courts and at all levels of New York State Courts.

To setup an appointment for a home inspection or building inspection, to find out about other Engineering services, or for more information, call 800.640.8090 or  click here to contact us 24/7 using the online contact form .