Business Details
40 Years
experience
Professional Building Inspection & Engineering Services
Founded in 1986, Criterium-Hardy brings over 30 years of expertise through registered professional engineers. We specialize in residential, commercial, and HOA-focused building inspections, structural evaluations, and real estate consulting. As part of Criterium Engineers, North America's oldest and most experienced building inspection network, we combine local service with national resources. Our team includes Licensed Professional Engineers, ASHI Certified Inspectors, and LEED Accredited Professionals dedicated to delivering actionable insights for real estate decisions. We serve Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas with tailored solutions for community associations, property managers, and individual homeowners.Our engineers have conducted thousands of inspections, identifying critical structural issues and providing cost-effective remediation strategies. We maintain affiliations with industry-leading organizations and adhere to rigorous technical and ethical standards. Our services include reserve studies, transition assessments, structural engineering evaluations, and commercial property condition reports. We prioritize client education, offering detailed reports with clear repair recommendations and financial planning tools. Our commitment to accuracy and client satisfaction has earned us repeat business from major real estate firms and community associations.
Services
Reserve Studies
Structural Evaluations
Property Condition Assessments
Transition Studies
Commercial Inspections
Home Inspections
Cost Segregation
Environmental Assessments
Construction Monitoring
Feasibility Evaluations
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of engineering experience with licensed professionals in multiple states
- ASHI-certified home inspection specialists with structural engineering expertise
- LEED Accredited Professionals for sustainable building assessments
- Proven track record identifying critical structural issues missed by others
- Locally-based team with access to national engineering resources
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Professional Engineers (Missouri)
- Licensed Professional Engineers (Illinois)
- ASHI Certified Inspectors
- LEED Accredited Professionals
- Licensed Wood Destroying Insect Inspectors
What people say
Impeccable attention to detail
Highly professional
Responsive and client-focused
Comprehensive analysis
Deal makers
Services
Reserve Studies
Our reserve studies provide comprehensive financial planning tools for community associations. We evaluate infrastructure conditions, estimate future repair costs, and develop funding strategies to avoid special assessments. Our engineers combine on-site inspections with financial analysis to create actionable 30-year capital plans.
Structural Evaluations
We conduct detailed structural assessments for residential and commercial properties. Our licensed engineers identify foundation cracks, framing issues, and structural weaknesses using advanced diagnostic methods. Clients receive clear repair recommendations and prioritization strategies for addressing identified concerns.
Property Condition Assessments
Our ASTM-compliant property condition assessments evaluate all major building systems for commercial transactions. We identify deferred maintenance issues, estimate repair costs, and provide capital reserve projections to support real estate investment decisions.
Home Inspections
We offer professional home inspection services combining engineering expertise with real estate transaction requirements. Our evaluations cover structural components, mechanical systems, and potential safety hazards, with detailed reporting to support informed purchasing decisions.
Cost Segregation Studies
Our cost segregation studies identify personal property assets within commercial real estate to accelerate depreciation schedules. This engineering-based analysis helps property owners improve cash flow through strategic tax savings on building acquisitions and renovations.
People
Kyle D. Hardy
President
Licensed Professional Engineer with LEED accreditation and reserve specialist certification. Leads engineering team with expertise in structural evaluations and community association services since joining the firm in 1986.
Ross A. Hardy
Vice President
Reserve specialist with extensive experience in community association transition studies and capital planning. Manages project coordination and client relations for HOA services across multiple states.
Chris M. Vollmer
Project Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer specializing in commercial building assessments and structural evaluations. Provides technical expertise for property condition assessments and forensic engineering investigations.
Brian O'Toole
Engineering Technician
Supports engineering team with field inspections and data collection for residential and commercial projects. Assists in preparing detailed technical reports and photographic documentation.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide engineering services throughout Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas, with primary office locations in Chesterfield, Missouri.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes Licensed Professional Engineers in Missouri and Illinois, ASHI Certified Inspectors, and LEED Accredited Professionals.
How quickly can you complete an inspection?
We typically schedule inspections within 3-5 business days and deliver reports within 7-10 business days, with expedited options available.
Do you work with community associations?
Yes, we specialize in HOA services including reserve studies, transition assessments, and structural evaluations for community associations.
Can you identify hidden structural issues?
Our engineers use advanced diagnostic techniques to detect hidden problems like foundation movement, framing defects, and moisture damage that affect structural integrity.
What makes you different from other firms?
We combine local engineering expertise with national resources through our affiliation with Criterium Engineers' 60+ office network while maintaining personalized service.
