RAS Engineering is a professional engineering company serving building managers and owners by providing advice, oversight restoration, and testing to ensure that all components of a build’s exterior and structure meet the standards necessary to provide quality durability and safe protection against the elements.
FORENSIC TESTING
RAS is a trusted Forensic Testing company carefully examining the interior and exterior of the building in order to determine the cause of failure. It generally applies in the construction of new buildings, restorations, and deterioration and in identifying a unique need in the construction industry in respect of assessing a building’s sustainability, energy and longevity.
What Does a Forensic Engineer Do?
Forensic engineering is the application of engineering principles and science used in the investigation of failure, more specifically, the failure of a building component, material or structure.
Building Enclosure Testing
Inspection testing of concrete materials, rocks and mixes.
Indoor Air
Psycometric Evaluation of Air Parameters and Infiltration.
Roof and Decking
Waterproofing performance tests of insulation and coverings.
Infiltration
Evaluation of permeability, air and water infiltration.
FACADES FORENSIC TESTING
Forensic Testing Team conducts an in-depth analysis of the structural building to keep a check on air quality, energy efficiency metrics and others. A Forensic Funnel Process develop by RAS in order to identify the performance issues in the construction or past repairs on the building.
FACADES MATERIAL TESTING
• Damp-proofing Waterproofing Barriers
• Concrete Strength and Reinforcing Mapping
• Masonry Stucco Grout Mortar
• Metals and Corrosion
• Floor Coverings
• Painting coating Adhesives
• Roofing
• Sealants Expansion Joints
• Structural Load Testing Railings Tie-Backs
BUILDING PERFORMANCE COMMISSIONING
• Interior Walls Finishing Insulation
• Windows, Curtain Walls
• Air Test and Balancing
• Air Infiltration Water Leaks Moisture
RAS Engineering is capable of testing historical facades and perform the necessary commissioning required by the building department.
Here are some notable construction law attorneys in Florida who serve condominium plaintiffs in disputes, particularly regarding construction defects, contract issues, and developer-related conflicts:
Becker & Poliakoff
Focus: Becker has a large team specializing in condominium law. They handle construction litigation, including disputes over defective construction, contractor issues, and regulatory compliance.
Reputation: Known for their expertise in representing condo associations in construction defect lawsuits and other legal matters. They have been a leader in this space for nearly 50 years .
Haber Law
Focus: This Miami-based firm provides legal services to condominium associations, with a particular emphasis on construction defects and construction-related disputes with developers and contractors.
Reputation: The firm has a strong presence in South Florida and is known for its aggressive representation of condominium plaintiffs in construction defect cases.
Siegfried Rivera
Specialty: Provides legal services to condo associations, with a focus on construction law, insurance claims, and community governance.
Reputation: Highly regarded for representing associations in complex litigation and legal cases.
Glazer & Sachs, P.A
Specialty: Known for their work with condominium and homeowners’ associations, they provide legal services focused on governance, construction defects, and disputes with developers.