You ask, we answer! As part of our limited series, we give you the chance to ask our forensic experts questions about the evaluation of damage to buildings, equipment, and…
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March is here and that means that spring weather will be coming soon, likely including severe wind and hailstorms. In fact, some early storms have already occurred across the South….
As we move toward the heart of winter, we can expect failures related to winter storms and freezing temperatures. Plumbing system failures due to freezing can occur at this time…
With the Holiday season almost upon us and 2024 coming to a close, we at Nelson Forensics are reflecting on this past year. Forensic investigations can be very interesting and…
One common form of damage from hurricane winds is missing or displaced roofing. This damage typically manifests at areas of the building where the wind forces are relatively higher, such…
Modern masonry veneer systems typically consist of a single wythe or layer of brick, concrete, artificial stone, or natural stone units. These veneers are commonly attached to structures with metal…
Single-ply thermoplastic membranes consist of flexible sheet materials that are used in one-layer configurations as low-slope roof membranes and can be either mechanically fastened along the seams or fully-adhered to…
Fallen trees and tree limbs are a common occurrence in areas affected by high winds, such as those from a hurricane. This can result in damage to power lines and…
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun, and forecasters predict that a combination of oceanic and atmospheric conditions in the Atlantic, and development of La Nina conditions in the…
