Tom Geoffroy - Construction Defect Expert Witness

Areas of Expertise: 

Expert Witness, Construction Defect Forensics, Xactimate™ Estimates, Mechanical Engineering, Water, Fire, Hail & Mold Damage

Tom's construction experience spans 20 years in restoration and mitigation services in two climates.  The last 13 years have also included expert witness engagements in standard of care review, appraisals, and construction defect forensics. His recent restoration experience centered on water, fire, hail and mold projects. These projects required more than 200 estimates annually.  Prior to his construction roles, Tom spent 12 years as a practicing mechanical engineer.

Tom has performed litigation support, water intrusion investigations, contents valuation studies, estimate and project scope reviews, and microbial investigation and analysis. Tom has been retained as an expert witness by both plaintiff and defense representatives.

Education / Certifications / Licenses

Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering
University of Rhode Island, 1982

Masters of Science, Mechanical Engineering
University of Southern California, 1985

Masters in Business Administration
University of California, Los Angeles, 1991

Certified Restorer #356
Restoration Industry Alliance

Water Loss Specialist #09
Restoration Industry Alliance

Certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor
American Council for Accredited Certification

Certified Mold Remediator #356 (expired)
American Council for Accredited Certification

Certified Building Science Thermographer #23377
Building Science Institute

Certified Fire and Smoke Odor Restoration Technician
IICRC

Certified Water Damage Restoration Technician
IICRC

Certified Journeyman Fire Restorer
IICRC

Certified Journeyman Water Restorer
IICRC

Certified Technology Restoration Technician, Level I & Level II
ART Inc.

California General Contractor License #B731308
Qualifying Officer, 1996-2011

Minnesota Qualifying Builder, QB692793
2015