San Francisco International Airport
Coe & Company provided forensic consulting and expert analysis concerning the mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and HVAC control systems installed during large-scale modernization projects at SFO.
Lyle Coe performed detailed inspections, reviewed commissioning data, and evaluated design-build documentation to identify system performance issues and contract deviations.
His independent findings helped clarify technical responsibility among contractors and supported multi-million-dollar dispute resolutions.National Laboratory Facilities
Provided consulting services to federal and research laboratory clients addressing MEP and control-system disputes in secure environments. Mr. Coe analyzed documentation and performed system evaluations to determine scope, cost, and responsibility for performance deficiencies.
His analysis supported negotiation of complex change-order and contract-performance issues valued in the multi-million-dollar range.Commercial and Multi-Family Developments
Retained to analyze public-facility mechanical and electrical systems across multiple City of Oakland buildings.
Mr. Coe conducted on-site inspections, reviewed as-built documentation, and assessed compliance with code and contract requirements.
His technical reports addressed root causes of equipment failure, deferred maintenance, and design inconsistencies, providing the factual foundation for equitable resolution between city agencies and contractors.University of California Projects
Served as forensic consultant for multiple University of California campus developments, including laboratories, classrooms, and housing facilities.
Work included investigation of building-envelope failures, plumbing system defects, and HVAC control-system coordination.
Mr. Coe’s evaluations compared design intent to field conditions and quantified associated repair costs, forming part of expert reports used in claims and mediation.AT&T Telecommunications Facilities
Coe & Company evaluated environmental control, electrical, and power-redundancy systems within AT&T’s data and telecom infrastructure.
Mr. Coe examined air-handling units, backup power integration, and control-logic programming to determine causes of underperformance and downtime.
His findings supported litigation and repair recommendations that improved reliability in mission-critical facilities.Commercial and Multi-Family Developments
Coe & Company has completed numerous assignments involving residential, mixed-use, and commercial structures.
Responsibilities included intrusive inspections, roofing and waterproofing analysis, mechanical and electrical defect evaluation, and repair-cost estimating.
Mr. Coe’s reports were utilized by property owners, developers, insurers, and attorneys in both plaintiff and defense litigation, supporting efficient case resolution.
Decades of Experience in Forensic Construction & Expert Analysis
Coe & Company is a trusted forensic construction consulting firm based in California, specializing in construction defect investigations, expert witness testimony, engineering analysis, and litigation support. The firm provides credible, defensible, and evidence-based findings for complex construction disputes involving residential, commercial, industrial, and public projects.
Comprehensive Solutions for Every Stage of a Construction Dispute
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Forensic Construction Consulting
Coe & Company uncovers the truth behind construction failures, defects, and disputes. The firm helps identify what documents are needed to evaluate claims and defects. Using decades of field experience and technical expertise, Coe & Company performs comprehensive forensic investigations to determine root causes, assess liability, and support legal strategy.
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Construction Claims Analysis & Support
Coe & Company assists legal teams and stakeholders in navigating complex construction disputes by providing objective, evidence-based analysis and expert recommendations. These assessments help clarify liability, quantify damages, and guide case strategy.
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Expert Witness Testimony & Litigation Support
With more than five decades of expert witness experience, Coe & Company provides clear, defensible opinions that help legal teams explain technical issues to judges, juries, arbitrators, and mediators.
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MEP & Fire Sprinkler Analysis
MEP and fire sprinkler systems are among the most complex and disputed areas in construction litigation. Led by Lyle Coe, one of the nation’s leading electrical and HVAC controls experts, Coe & Company provides deep technical expertise in design, performance, and installation disputes.
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Code Compliance & Standards Review
Coe & Company evaluates the proper code cycle for the year of design and construction, reviews applicable industry standards, and identifies deficiencies that may support claims or defenses.
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Cost Estimating & Damage Assessment
Coe & Company develops accurate, defensible cost assessments that support claims, settlements, and litigation strategies. The firm evaluates damages on projects ranging from smaller residential structures to multi-million-dollar commercial developments.
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Whether you require a detailed defect investigation, a technical expert opinion, claims analysis, repair cost review, or authoritative courtroom testimony, Coe & Company is prepared to support your litigation strategy with clear analysis, credible evidence, and decades of construction expertise.
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