Don Bailey, PE
Expert HVAC & Plumbing Witness for Attorneys & Owners
Harnessing 47 Years of Mechanical Engineering Excellence to Resolve Complex Design & Construction Disputes in Commercial and Institutional Systems
Our Mission
Our Mission: Leveraging Decades of HVAC & Plumbing Expertise to Clarify Design & Construction Disputes
Mr. Bailey leverages his education and experience to help attorneys and owners understand mechanical engineering, design, and construction of HVAC and plumbing systems. There are many reasons why a project may run into disputes: faulty design, construction defects and delays, and other liability claims resulting from the negligence of architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners. We’re here to make sure you have the expertise to understand the design and construction issues that may result in a dispute.
Services
Expert Engineering Services Offered
Mr. Bailey’s specialized services assist attorneys in handling disputes and legal cases involving faulty designs, construction issues, change orders, delays, and liability claims caused by the negligence of architects, engineers, contractors, or building owners.
Construction & Commissioning
- Mechanical System Design
- Construction and Plumbing Systems in Healthcare Facilities and Commercial Buildings
- Medical Gas Systems in Healthcare Facilities
- Steam System Design
- Ventilation Design and Construction.
Engineering Expertise in HVAC Systems
- Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System Design
- Building Heating Systems
- HVAC Controls Systems Design
- Air Conditioning System Design
- Ventilation Systems Design
- Engineered Smoke Control Systems Design.
Mechanical & Plumbing Code Compliance
- Mechanical and Plumbing Codes within the International Building Code (IBC)
- Fire Protection Sprinkler Code (NFPA)
- Building Life Safety Codes in Healthcare Facilities.
Our Process
Engineering Expertise for HVAC & Plumbing Systems
Step 1
Introduction & Consulting
The first step is an initial consultation with the attorney to thoroughly understand the complaint or liability claim.
Step 2
After establishing an agreement, the investigation phase begins. This typically includes a review of project records related to the design and construction of the mechanical systems.
Step 3
Once all necessary investigations are complete, an engineering report may be prepared. This report outlines project findings and will be discussed verbally with the attorney.
Why Choose Us?
With a BSME from Stanford University (1977), Mr. Bailey is licensed in eight states and has completed case research, investigations, reports and depositions for dozens of cases (including ADR) on HVAC, Indoor Air Quality and Plumbing systems.
Years Experience as a Mechanical Engineer in HVAC Systems
Years in Business as an Expert Witness
Years Experience in Plumbing & fire Protection Systems Design
More Than Four Decades of experience
Mr. Bailey has 45 years of experience as an engineer in charge of the design of HVAC and Plumbing systems in hundreds of commercial and institutional facility projects, including hospitals, surgery centers, office buildings, hotels, universities, theme parks, and multifamily residences.
HVAC, Indoor Air Quality, & More
Bailey’s expertise brings a unique understanding of how the improper design, construction, and operation of HVAC and Plumbing systems often lead to substantial injuries and complaints. He’s worked on countless hospital and commercial building projects.