447 Minna Fire Damage Assessment & Repair
The scope of Degenkolb services on 447 Minna is illustrative of our Claims Management capabilities, where the delivery of engineering and team leadership is closely aligned with the needs of insurance coverage.
Aqua Workz Commercial Roof Collapse
When a roof collapses, the cause of the collapse should be investigated. Degenkolb's forensic engineers are able to provide this service. In this case, the cause of the very large hole in the roof of this commercial building was a bit unexpected.
a large brick building with a broken roof
Apple Valley Library Roof Replacement, Insurance Claim
The loss of the library was a devastating blow to Apple Valley, which depends on the library for community benefits, such as job training and youth education. 
Apple Valley Library

From Investigation to Reconstruction to Permitting, Our Team Keeps You Moving Forward

Our focus is on delivering timely compliance to claims-related professionals and insureds recovering from unexpected losses.  Whether we’re investigating complex claims, developing and submitting permit documents for repairable damage, or providing expert opinions based on decades of experience, we are a trusted partner in understanding losses, resolving disputes, obtaining permits, and restoring occupancy.

We support our clients with customized workflows that deliver consistent and efficient results, from 24/7 intake, to project tracking portals, to on-site scoping and information capture, to streamlined production and permitting support services.  We continue to invest in the development of our team and their ability to respond and collaborate quickly.  Our team of engineering and operations professionals is the core of a trusted and diverse network, capable of bringing clear answers and defensible findings to every loss.

Our team is based on the US West Coast and is licensed across the US.  We are travel ready and meet our clients where they need us most – on site, wherever and whenever losses occur.

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All Practice Areas
Cause & Origin Investigations

We determine the cause, origin, and extent of damage in unexpected losses affecting structural and building enclosure systems.

Damage Reconstruction & Permitting

We quickly prepare Construction Documents and obtain building permits for Code-compliant repair projects.

Expert Witness & Dispute Resolution

Our team communicates clear engineering expertise based on decades of real project experience and problem solving.

Large Loss Management

We leverage our extensive professional network to identify, assemble, and lead multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex losses.

Response to Catastrophe

Our experienced team of forensic engineers is equipped to travel and deliver high-volume services after earthquakes and disasters.

 

Project Team

Andrew Scott
Principal, Practice Area Leader
Lisa Esquivel
Forensics Operations Manager
Abe Lynn
Associate Principal
Brendin Randall
Design Engineer
Cata Doughri
Project Accountant
Catherine Moore
Designer
Charles Delaporte
Senior Engineer
Chris Wolff
Designer
Claudia Chiu
Receptionist, Administrative Assistant
Davis Thomas
Senior Engineer
Ed Kelly
Designer
Emily Jahansouz
Senior Engineer
Ethan Donovan
Designer
Fabian Cortes
Designer
George Guevarra
Senior BIM Specialist
Hannah Hilluby
Senior Engineer
Jared Ouellette
Senior Engineer
Jennifer Terada
Designer
Jeremy Callister
Principal
Jesus Orozco
Designer
Jordan Rutledge
Associate
Joseph Rodgers
Design Engineer
Kenda Salisbury
Regional Business Development Director
Kenny Martin
Senior BIM Specialist
Kevin McEntee
Designer
Kim Bocanegra
Designer
Lilian Gonzalez
Senior Engineer
Loring Wyllie, Senior Principal
Loring Wyllie
Senior Principal
Megan Schroeder
Business Development Manager
Michael Bramhall
Principal
Mitch Smith
Senior BIM Specialist
Paul Degenkolb
Director of Testing Services
Peter Sandlin
Principal
Rebecca Weldon
Regional Business Development Director
Roberto Furlan
Design Engineer
Russell Steeves
Senior BIM Specialist
Ruvim Skitsko
Designer
Steve Moore
Associate Principal
Tim Lindsey
Principal

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