Solutions
Steve Hill Construction Consulting, Inc. has a variety of solutions to match your needs. SHCC’s clients range from Homeowners and HOAs to Real Estate Professionals to Attorneys to architects and other construction defect experts.
For homeowners the firm is usually hired when a homeowner suspects their home has problems. Sometimes there are cracks in the drywall or stucco, or staining or other evidence of water intrusion. Or maybe a recent remodeling project went awry. Investigations usually cover construction defects but have also included full job cost audits in cases that may involve fraud. So if something doesn’t seem right at your home, contact SHCC today.
Services for Homeowner and Community Associations
Homeowner associations that solicit the services of SHCC benefit from an unbiased professional consultant that is not motivated by the potential repair costs of a project. SHCC does not make repairs or advocate any particular construction company for repairs. The firm can assist the board prior to litigation, during litigation on behalf of the association’s attorney, following litigation, or even outside of any law suit. SHCC can provide the board with legitimate and practical counsel in order to address construction defects and deferred maintenance issues. Unlike a reserve study, Steve Hill leverages real-world construction/remediation experience to give practical advice to associations, taking the time to explain any issues, and providing full documentation. If your association is faced with construction issues, contact SHCC today. Mr. Hill has represented numerous homeowners and community associations and understands the need for a good advocate in these types of situations.
Services for Real Estate Professionals
Real Estate professionals often contact SHCC as part of due dilligence on behalf of a client. This is different from the “pre-purchase home inspection” that is usually performed during real estate transactions. Steve Hill is a construction consultant, not a home inspector. This could be likened to the field of dentistry - a dentist can identify certain problems and recommend a basic course of action, whereas an oral surgeon is an expert at determining the “root cause” (excuse the pun) of a problem and proposing a practical solution to that issue. In the case of real estate, quick visual evaluation by a qualified consultant can direct the realtor in the direction their client will need to go if they proceed with the sale. By relying upon the services of SHCC, a realty professional can rest assured that they have provided the best representation for their client.
Steve Hill has been designated as an expert on many cases and in a wide gamut of roles. He has provided testimony on behalf of homeowners/HOAs, on behalf of developers and general contractors, on behalf of subcontractors, and on behalf of other parties. SHCC was even recently hired to conduct an investigation for the California Attorney General’s office. Attorneys benefit by having an experienced expert witness that can provide a thorough investigation and a qualified cost of repair. Case documents are prepared in a manner that gives all involved parties the tools they need to bring about a positive resolution to the case. To learn more about the unique approach that Steve Hill can bring to your team, read about the SHCC philosophy, the SHCC method, and the capabilities that the firm has to offer.
SHCC has provided assistance to other construction defect consulting firms for years. As a cost estimator, SHCC has developed a unique approach that is unparalleled. Often other firms need help covering inspections and Steve Hill is more than willing to help out. Mr. Hill is fully equipped for all types of visual inspections, including roof visuals - he carries his own ladders. Assisting in documenting intrusive testing is a specialty for SHCC as Mr. Hill managed a destructive testing division of another firm and helped to develop many of the techniques and methods that have become common place in the industry. SHCC charges reduced rates to assist other experts and travel is billed at a minimum. Mr. Hill can adapt to any method of documentation that you require and is willing to travel wherever your case may be. Feel free to check his availability and contact him today.
