SERVPRO FRANCHISEES

Salas O’Brien’s forensic consulting services are designed to identify the cause, scope, and implications of property failures, providing you with a detailed understanding for informed restoration planning. Our consultants investigate damages resulting from natural events, design flaws, construction defects, and more, offering comprehensive insights for a path forward in the restoration process.

Forensic engineering & architecture. Our team of seasoned engineers and architects specializes in diagnosing issues across building structures, mechanical systems, electrical networks, and architectural elements. By analyzing failures from weather impacts, human error, and material defects, we deliver practical, actionable solutions to help you restore functionality.

Forensic roofing solutions. We address damage and failures in commercial and industrial roofs with precision, evaluating everything from weather-induced deterioration to structural defects. Salas O’Brien’s IAS-accredited lab offers advanced testing capabilities, ensuring you receive clear guidance on reparability and preventive measures.

Civil & structural engineering. Our civil and structural experts offer deep expertise in analyzing damages caused by catastrophic events, excessive loads, and construction errors. With a focus on industrial and commercial properties, we provide failure analysis and repair recommendations for buildings, bridges, towers, and drainage systems.

Mechanical & electrical engineering. Our mechanical engineers evaluate everything from heavy machinery to HVAC systems, while our electrical consultants assess power distribution and essential electronic equipment. Whether it’s determining repair feasibility or assessing replacement needs, Salas O’Brien’s technical analysis keeps your equipment operating and costs in check.

Catastrophe response. From hurricanes and fires to floods and earthquakes, our team mobilizes quickly to assess damage and establish safety protocols. Salas O’Brien provides specialized evaluations to support safe access, reduce business interruption, and create a path to efficient recovery.

Forensic meteorology. Our forensic meteorology services deliver detailed, scientifically-backed weather analysis to assist in restoration and recovery efforts. By leveraging advanced data modeling, radar imagery, and historical weather records, we pinpoint specific weather conditions—such as wind speeds, hail size, rainfall amounts, and storm trajectories—that may have contributed to property damage. This data helps validate the extent and cause of damage, supporting accurate restoration planning and insurance claims, so you can proceed with clarity and confidence in your recovery process.

Salas O’Brien’s consulting services help keep restoration projects on track with accurate damage assessments, cost control, and expert coordination. Our project managers provide hands-on oversight from cost estimation to completion, making sure your recovery remains efficient and cost-effective.

Repair & restoration consulting. Once restoration begins, we bring our deep recovery expertise to every detail—from emergency repairs to the final finish. We coordinate with your contractors and ensure that each phase aligns with your expectations and timelines. With Salas O’Brien overseeing quality and progress, you can be confident your project will be completed to exacting standards.

Cost estimates & appraisals. Our experienced appraisers deliver precise cost estimates and thorough appraisals for all types of properties. We assess every aspect of the property, including condition, upgrades, and market factors, to give you a clear, accurate valuation. Whether evaluating damage or determining market value, our reports are thorough, defensible, and easy to understand, helping you achieve a balanced approach to budgeting and project planning.

Construction disputes. When disputes arise, rely on Salas O’Brien’s forensic engineering and architecture expertise to provide clear, factual support. Our multidisciplinary team assesses construction defects, building failures, and project delays to deliver objective insights that support resolution in claims, litigation, or negotiations.

Clerk of works. From initial cost estimates to project completion, our Clerk of Works service minimizes disruption while ensuring maximum efficiency. Our team oversees every phase of the project, managing contractor selection, bid evaluations, tracking progress, and more. This hands-on approach keeps your project on schedule and to standard, so you can stay focused on your operations.

Our program management services provide a strategic, end-to-end approach to optimizing asset value, managing costs, and aligning facility operations with industry best practices.

Asset management. We offer a structured approach to maintain and enhance asset portfolios, for long-term operational efficiency and resilience.

Asset inventory. Our team delivers precise, comprehensive asset inventories to help track and manage all key physical resources effectively.

Rough order magnitude (ROM) cost estimates. We offer high-level cost estimates to isupport decisions with clear, actionable data.

Facility condition assessments. Our assessments provide detailed insights into the current state of each facility, identifying maintenance needs and guiding future planning.

Cost segregation studies. We help organizations uncover tax-saving opportunities by categorizing building components and accelerating depreciation benefits.

Energy management. Our energy management services reduce operational costs and increase energy efficiency, contributing to sustainability goals.

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) consulting. We help organizations in achieving and reporting their ESG goals.

Building science. Our building science expertise optimizes building performance, focusing on comfort, health, and structural integrity.

As our buildings and building systems become more complicated, the commissioning process must go further than a simple check-the-box, documentation exercise. Salas O’Brien is committed to providing hands-on, qualitative commissioning services to building owners after restorations to test and optimize so they perform as designed.

We provide commissioning (Cx) services for MEP, low voltage / security, building envelope, and fire life safety systems.