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La. Supreme Court Decision – Attached – John Minor, Expert – Hurricane Gustav V Construction Defect

John Minor of Complete, Inc. was asked to review the damages to the above referenced property after being referred by a La. General Contractor. The residence appeared to be of high quality built on a golf course at the Point in S. Louisiana.

Construction Defect

SB 360 Construction Defect

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Construction Defect
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Historical Context

Consumer protection laws and building codes have been around since the first Mason quarreled with their client the Shepard. In 1772 BCE rules were established by the Code of Hammurabi and have continued since confounding contractors and…

Diagnostic

South FL Condo Buildings Require 40-year Recertification Inspection

Florida Condo Building - Photo by Complete

The need for professional inspections of multifamily mid-and high-rise structures has never been clearer than in recent times. Our firm has been a leader in water intrusion and building inspection services for more than 20 years and we welcome this attention to detail.

Our engineers expect that there will be major changes in the state of Florida…

Expert Witness

First United Methodist Church – Hurricane Sally – Pensacola, FL – September 16th, 2020

Complete was proud to serve as cost experts on this historic church in Pensacola following Hurricane Sally. It was full-circle experience for me as I had been involved in the restoration of this property after Hurricane Opal hit my hometown of Pensacola in 1995.

FEMA 50% Rule

The effect of the 50 percent rule in SW Florida

The 50 Percent Rule - Substantial Damage after Hurricane Ian

Hurricane Ian was one of the most powerful storms to ever hit the coast of Florida with one minute sustained winds reported at over 150 MPH and the cause of more than 125 deaths. This storm is rated as a Major Hurricane, Category 4, just shy of the 157 MPH sustained necessary to be a…

Fire Damage

Forensic Engineering – What does one look for in a forensic report?

UF Engineering - Hurricane & Building Failure Research

What is a Forensic Engineering report? Why do I need one on hurricane damaged building claims? Forensics, as I have seen it play in the field over the last two decades as an insurance appraiser, expert, and now owner of a small engineering company. Forensics is where science and the courtroom meet in the form of a hurricane,…

Flood Damage

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Forensic Engineering

Hurricane Michael: City of Lynn Haven Four Years Later

City of Lynn Haven Hurricane Michael Appraisal

The City of Lynn Haven, Fla. sustained damages from Hurricane Michael on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Over 51 separate locations were affected by the storm. Of these buildings the Police Station, City Hall, Library, and Recreation Center sustained the worst damage, resulting in complete or partial demolition of these sites.

The City razed 57,000 sf of community buildings located…

Hail Damage

$42M for Amarillo Schools Hail Claim

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Complete is pleased to announce the resolution of the Amarillo School District 2013 hail claim. An agreement of $42M was reached between the school district and the insurer. This agreement was the result of hard work by the appraisal panel, the school district, the insurer and their counsel. John Minor was the appraiser for the district, working out the differences between the parties. John…

Hiring a Forensic Engineer

Forensic Engineering – What does one look for in a forensic report?

UF Engineering - Hurricane & Building Failure Research

What is a Forensic Engineering report? Why do I need one on hurricane damaged building claims? Forensics, as I have seen it play in the field over the last two decades as an insurance appraiser, expert, and now owner of a small engineering company. Forensics is where science and the courtroom meet in the form of a hurricane,…

Roof Damage

First United Methodist Church – Hurricane Sally – Pensacola, FL – September 16th, 2020

Complete was proud to serve as cost experts on this historic church in Pensacola following Hurricane Sally. It was full-circle experience for me as I had been involved in the restoration of this property after Hurricane Opal hit my hometown of Pensacola in 1995.

Tornado Damage

Pensacola Tornado Damage – Steps to Resolving Disputed Claims – DFS Mediation, Appraisal & Public Adjusters

Enhanced Fujta scale

Tornadoes are rated on an EF (Enhanced Fujita) scale of o -5 (a 5 can flat knock down a structure). Dr Fujita from the University of Chicago came up with the scale in 1971 which is based on the type of damages and the width and breadth of same. The reason a scale was necessary as the winds from a tornado will…

Water Damage

First United Methodist Church – Hurricane Sally – Pensacola, FL – September 16th, 2020

Complete was proud to serve as cost experts on this historic church in Pensacola following Hurricane Sally. It was full-circle experience for me as I had been involved in the restoration of this property after Hurricane Opal hit my hometown of Pensacola in 1995.

Wind Damage

Engineering Scope and Price Consulting: Hurricane Michael Recovery for Bay Haven Charter Schools, Bay County, FL

Project Overview

Wind Speed Diagram Hurricane Michael - Graphic by Complete

In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, Bay Haven Charter Schools in Bay County, Florida, faced significant challenges due to widespread damage. As the region worked toward recovery, and dealt with the costs of same, Bay Haven Charter Schools needed reliable guidance to navigate the complex process of assessing, repairing, and rebuilding their facilities. Team Complete…

Wind Damage Vs. Flood Damage

Engineering Scope and Price Consulting: Hurricane Michael Recovery for Bay Haven Charter Schools, Bay County, FL

Project Overview

Wind Speed Diagram Hurricane Michael - Graphic by Complete

In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, Bay Haven Charter Schools in Bay County, Florida, faced significant challenges due to widespread damage. As the region worked toward recovery, and dealt with the costs of same, Bay Haven Charter Schools needed reliable guidance to navigate the complex process of assessing, repairing, and rebuilding their facilities. Team Complete…

Restoration of Casa del Playa: Carolina Beach, NC
Complete provided for a major restoration of this property following Hurricane Bonnie. Including replaced 100 mph warranted and bonded rubber fully adhered roof system met tile roofing on parapets and…

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Restoration of Franklin Memorial Church following Hurricane Bonnie: Morehead City, NC
Franklin Memorial is a historic landmark church constructed out of the bones of a shipwreck off the coast of North Carolina in the 1890s. The church had been badly damaged…

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Gilchrist Residence – Hurricane Restoration, Soundview Trail : Gulf Breeze, Florida
Complete, Inc. was proud to be asked by Gulf Breeze, Florida property owner Lane & Susie Gilchrist to restore their home following damage incurred during Hurricane Ivan in September 2004….

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Roof Replacement following Hurricane Bonnie, Inlet Wacche: Shalotte, North Carolina
Complete, Inc. was hired after Hurricane Bonnie hit Shallotte, N.C. This building was three stories with massive skylights and required careful attention to the planning and safety of the men….

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Julia Minor Cozad Residence: Hurricane Damage Restoration
This beautiful sound-front home, owned by Julia Minor Cozad, sustained terrible damage after Hurricane Opal in 1995. Hurricane Damage Restoration of this family’s property was the inspiration for John to…

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