We inspect the work on site and document every defect — what it is, why it happened and what it will take to fix. Each finding is tied to the Building Code, the approved plans or the manufacturer’s requirements, so nobody has to take our word for it.
Defect inspections
Structural, envelope, waterproofing and finish defects on remodels, ADUs and additions.
Photo & measurement documentation
Every finding is photographed, located and measured on site.
Building Code references
Each defect is tied to the CRC, CBC, approved plans or manufacturer requirements.
Reports for insurance claim evaluations
Independent engineering reports on the cause and extent of damage.
Repair scope & cost
A clear repair scope with an independent cost estimate.
Plain-English summary
Conclusions up front, technical detail behind them.
Something looks wrong, leaks, cracks or doesn’t match the plans? Get facts you can put in front of your contractor, insurer or attorney.
When an owner and a contractor disagree, the answer is in the contract, the plans and the work itself. We separate what was required from what was built and what was billed — and give attorneys the expert support their case needs.
Contractor dispute analysis
Independent review of disputes over quality, scope and workmanship.
Change order review
Every change order checked against the contract and the work performed.
Delay & schedule analysis
Who caused the delay, how long it lasted and what it cost.
Expert reports for attorneys
Clear, defensible reports for construction defect and dispute cases.
Deposition & trial testimony
Experienced testimony that explains technical facts in plain terms.
Document review
Contracts, plans, specifications, invoices and correspondence.
Negotiations stalled or the case is heading to litigation? Bring in an engineer who can show exactly what went wrong.
The cheapest dispute is the one that never starts. We check bids, budgets and payment requests against real market pricing and act as your technical representative on site from the first day to the last.
Independent cost estimates
Repair, remodel and addition costs based on current California pricing.
Bid review
Compare contractor bids line by line before you sign.
Owner’s representation
An engineer on your side, on site, throughout the project.
Progress & quality checks
Regular site visits to catch problems while they are cheap to fix.
Payment request review
Pay only for work that is actually complete.
Early problem detection
Spot defects, delays and cost overruns before they become disputes.
Starting a major remodel, ADU or addition? Put an engineer on your side from day one.
The contractor billed $120,000 in change orders beyond the contract.
What we did
Reviewed the contract, plans and every change order against market pricing and the work actually performed.
Result
$68,000 found unsupported and withdrawn by the contractor during negotiation.
ADUFremont · $280K · Homeowner
Problem
The roof leaked three months after completion. The contractor denied the defect.
What we did
Inspection, identified waterproofing failures, delivered a report with Building Code references and a repair estimate.
Result
The contractor fixed $35,000 in defects at its own cost. No litigation.
With DEZI, you work with engineers who find the facts, measure them and put them on paper.
Whether you need one inspection, an expert report for court or an engineer on your side for the whole project — every engagement is quoted upfront, with transparent hourly rates or flat-fee inspection packages.
