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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.