Business Details
Trusted Engineering Consultants for Structural & Building Envelope Solutions
Building Consultants & Engineers is an engineering firm specializing in evaluating and designing repairs for structural and building envelope problems. Since the 1970s, our engineers have contributed to thousands of projects nationwide. Our services include investigating existing buildings, designing repairs, and providing construction observation. We serve building owners, property managers, insurance companies, architects, engineers, contractors, and attorneys. Our team offers advisory consulting and design review services for new construction projects to reduce risks related to building envelope systems. With over 125 years of collective experience, our licensed engineers and architects deliver specialized expertise tailored to each client's needs. We focus on structural evaluations, building envelope technology, waterproofing systems, roofing consulting, and fenestrations.Our professionals are licensed in multiple states and hold memberships in industry organizations. We provide solutions for parking garages, foundation systems, concrete slabs, pavements, and more. Our expertise extends to cementitious stucco, EIFS, masonry, wood/metal/vinyl cladding, concrete coatings, and sealants. We address waterproofing challenges for rooftop terraces, plazas, pools, and foundation walls. Our roofing consulting includes snow country systems, cold roofs, steep-slope, and low-slope roofing. We specialize in glass and glazing, windows, doors, storefronts, and curtain walls. Our team combines technical knowledge with practical experience to ensure durable, code-compliant solutions.
Services
Structural Evaluations
Building Envelope Technology
Waterproofing Systems
Roofing Consulting
Fenestrations
Cementitious Stucco
Masonry Assessment
Concrete Cladding
Paint & Sealant Solutions
Snow Country Roofing
Highlights and features
- We offer over 125 years of combined engineering expertise.
- Our team holds licenses in multiple states and industry certifications.
- We serve diverse clients including architects, contractors, and insurance companies.
- We specialize in reducing risks for building envelope systems in new construction.
- Our engineers use advanced techniques for structural evaluations and repairs.
What people say
Exceptional engineering knowledge
Detailed structural assessments
Effective waterproofing solutions
Professional consulting services
Reliable repair designs
Services
Structural Evaluations
Building Consultants & Engineers conducts comprehensive assessments of buildings and structures to identify distress, deterioration, or design flaws. Our engineers evaluate parking garages, foundation systems, concrete slabs, and pavements. We use non-destructive testing and load analysis to determine repair needs. Our team designs structural repairs and oversees construction compliance with specifications.
Building Envelope Technology
We specialize in exterior building systems including stucco, EIFS, masonry, and cladding. Our experts address cracking, water intrusion, and material failure. We provide repair designs and consulting for new construction to ensure durable, weather-resistant facades. Our solutions integrate proper detailing and material selection.
Waterproofing Systems
Building Consultants & Engineers designs and evaluates waterproofing for rooftop terraces, plazas, pools, and foundation walls. We address drainage challenges and material failures. Our team ensures proper membrane selection and installation details to prevent water damage. We provide remediation for existing systems and consulting for new projects.
Roofing Consulting
Our consultants address steep-slope and low-slope roofing systems in snow-prone regions. We evaluate ice damming, condensation, and material performance. We design cold roofs, superinsulated assemblies, and snow management solutions. Our team ensures watertight systems for commercial and residential buildings.
Fenestrations
We consult on window, door, storefront, and curtain wall systems. Our team addresses water leakage, air infiltration, and seal failures. We perform water spray testing and design perimeter details to prevent future issues. Our solutions enhance energy efficiency and structural integrity.
People
Christopher M. Morgan
Principal
Licensed engineer in Colorado, Georgia, and Texas with expertise in building envelope systems. Member of BES and SWRI. Specializes in structural evaluations and waterproofing solutions.
Christopher S. Dunbar
Principal
Civil engineer with 20+ years of experience in structural repair. Certified weld inspector and SPRAT technician. Focuses on concrete restoration and roofing systems.
Sonja G. Hinish
Senior Associate
Architectural engineer specializing in building enclosures. Expertise in masonry, concrete, and sealant systems. Active in ICRI and ASCE with technical publication contributions.
Kaitlin M. Kunze
Associate
Structural engineer with experience in forensic evaluations. Focuses on parking garages and concrete deterioration. Member of SEAC and ICRI chapter committees.
Abby J. Hunkler
Associate
Civil engineer specializing in roofing systems and fenestrations. Certified by NRCA. Expertise in snow country roof design and water leakage diagnostics.
Questions
What types of structural evaluations does BC&E perform?
We evaluate parking garages, foundation systems, concrete slabs, and pavements for distress, deterioration, and design flaws using advanced testing methods.
Do you consult on new building envelope systems?
Yes, we provide design review services to reduce risks in new construction projects, focusing on durable, weather-resistant exterior systems.
Can you address waterproofing issues in plazas and pools?
Our team designs waterproofing solutions for rooftop terraces, plazas, pools, and foundation walls with proper drainage and membrane selection.
Do you handle snow country roofing challenges?
Yes, we specialize in cold roof systems, ice dam prevention, and snow management solutions for high-altitude environments.
What window and door systems do you support?
We consult on windows, doors, storefronts, and curtain walls, addressing leakage, air infiltration, and seal failures with tailored details.
Are your engineers licensed nationwide?
Our professionals hold licenses in multiple states including Colorado, Georgia, Texas, and California, with nationwide project experience.
