EHLINGER & ASSOCIATES FORENSIC SERVICES:


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After this building was struck by a tornado spawned by Hurricane Andrew, Ehlinger & Associates was hired by the State of Louisiana to assess damages and estimate the cost of repairs.
  • Investigations.
  • Analyses.
  • Code analyses.
  • Determination of cause and fault.
  • Recommendations for repair and / or replacement.
  • Litigation support.
  • Expert witness.
  • Design implementation of recommendations.

EHLINGER AND ASSOCIATES FORENSIC PROJECT TYPES:
Efflorescence, humidity and moisture problems created a suspicion that the cavities of the masonry veneer walls of this school building were impacted with mortar and blocking what few weep holes existed. A very graphic illustration of how much water can be trapped and stored within a wall.
Code Compliance: Structural Failure:
  • Collapse or imminent collapse.
  • Lateral stability.
  • Excessive deflection, buckling, vibration.
  • Hurricane or tornado damage.
  • Termite or other insect damage.
Waterproofing Failure:
  • Roofs:
    Build-up (coal tar, or asphalt).
    Metal (exposed or concealed fastener).
    Shingle.
    Junctures & penetrations.
  • Walls:
    Brick or CMU masonry (dampness, cracks).
    Brick veneer (impacted mortar & blocked weep holes, efflorescence).
    Curtain Walls (attachments, safing insulation, leaks, sealants).
    Stucco (leaks, attachments, lath).
    EIFS (leaks, punctures, delamination, lamina iron contamination).
    Fenestration (perimeter sealant failure, flashing failure, rating inadequacy).
    Sealants (type, joint design, reversion).
    Flashing: absence or failure.
    Mildew and / or algae.
Safety:
  • Floors: (slip or trip & falls):
    Levelness, holes and vertical obstructions.
    Thresholds.
    Stairs (riser & tread, handrails compliance).
Standard of Care:
  • Architects.
  • Engineers.
  • Contractors.