Salas O’Brien experts, Sam Shafieyan, Don Williams, and Scott Leach, explain how building envelope assessments prevent air infiltration and reduce energy loss.
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Sam Shafieyan, P.Eng

Sam Shafieyan, P.Eng

Sam Shafieyan brings over 15 years of experience designing, evaluating, and implementing complex building envelope systems to his projects. His expertise spans roofing, waterproofing, windows, curtain walls, facades, and structural elements. Sam has lead a wide array of forensic investigations for significant building envelope and restoration projects across North America, contributing to developing innovative solutions and strategic planning in the building engineering industry. Sam serves as a Principal at Salas O’Brien. Contact him at [email protected].

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Don Williams

Don Williams

Don Williams has worked in the building envelope and fenestration industry since 2005. He leads teams providing field testing, certifications, building commissioning, and forensic services, helping project teams identify risks and resolve performance challenges. Don is known for his collaborative approach, working closely with architects, developers, and contractors from design through construction to deliver durable, high-performing building envelope solutions. Don serves as a Managing Principal at Salas O’Brien. Contact him at [email protected].

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Scott Leach

Scott Leach

Scott Leach is an expert in building forensic investigations and testing. In the industry for over twenty-one years, Scott has an Associate Degree in Building Science and is currently a certified ABBA auditor and ITC level 1 infrared thermographer as well as a licensed AWCI -EIFS inspector. Scott sits on the ASTM E06 and CSI committees. Scott supervises the lab, Pre-con department and deals with day-to day functions within the Daytona office and serves as a Senior Vice President of Operations at Salas O’Brien. Contact him [email protected]

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