Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Consulting Engineers in Davisboro, GA
Haight Davis & Associates is a full-service consulting engineering firm with decades of combined experience in civil, structural, and construction engineering. Founded in 1993 as Edward C. Haight, PhD, PE, P.C., our firm evolved into Haight Davis & Associates, Inc. in 2006, reflecting the professional partnership between Ed Haight and Maureen Davis. Our team specializes in forensic investigations, construction defect evaluations, and expert witness testimony for litigation support, serving builders, property managers, commercial owners, homeowners, and attorneys. We maintain professional engineering registration in Georgia and hold certifications in multiple engineering disciplines. Our mission centers on delivering practical, cost-effective solutions to resolve complex engineering challenges while adhering to the highest standards of technical expertise.With registered engineers and military-trained professionals, we combine academic rigor with real-world experience to ensure building code compliance and structural integrity. Our services span residential, commercial, and industrial projects, including ADA compliance assessments, structural inspections, and forensic analysis of construction failures. We prioritize client education to demystify building code requirements and prevent costly errors during project execution. Our affiliations with organizations like the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers underscore our commitment to industry leadership. Through personalized service and technical precision, we protect client investments in properties ranging from single-family homes to large-scale commercial developments.
Services
Forensic Investigations
Structural Engineering
Construction Defect Analysis
Expert Witness Testimony
Building Code Compliance
ADA Inspections
Foundation Evaluations
Roof Inspections
Site Drainage Assessments
Litigation Support
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in civil and structural engineering.
- Our team includes Georgia-registered professional engineers with military construction expertise.
- We specialize in forensic investigations and expert witness testimony for construction disputes.
- We provide tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
- Our engineers maintain certifications in multiple disciplines including structural design and ADA compliance.
Services
Forensic Investigations
Our forensic engineering services identify root causes of structural failures and construction defects through scientific analysis. We examine building materials, design specifications, and construction practices to determine compliance with industry standards. Clients receive detailed reports documenting findings for insurance claims or legal proceedings.
Expert Witness Testimony
We provide expert witness services for construction-related legal disputes, offering technical analysis and courtroom testimony. Our engineers evaluate building code compliance, construction methods, and defect liability. Services include report preparation, depositions, and trial testimony for attorneys handling construction claims.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover commercial and residential projects, including foundation design, renovation plans, and material selection. We ensure compliance with Georgia building codes for new constructions and existing structures. Services extend to reinforced concrete, steel, and timber design for optimal structural integrity.
ADA Compliance Assessments
We conduct Americans with Disabilities Act compliance evaluations for commercial properties, identifying barriers to accessibility in building design. Our assessments cover entrances, restrooms, parking, and circulation paths. Clients receive actionable recommendations to achieve ADA compliance and avoid legal exposure.
Construction Defect Analysis
Our defect analysis services identify construction flaws in residential and commercial buildings through comprehensive inspections. We evaluate foundation integrity, roofing systems, and building envelope performance. Clients receive detailed documentation of defects and repair cost estimates for remediation planning.
People
Maureen Davis
Principal Engineer
Maureen Davis, PE, joined the firm in 2000 and became principal engineer in 2006. She specializes in structural design and forensic engineering with Georgia professional registration. Her expertise includes construction defect analysis and building code compliance for residential and commercial projects.
Frank Davis
Project Engineer
Frank Davis, EIT, has over 20 years of engineering experience and joined Haight Davis in 2010. A former military Seabee and Army engineer, he specializes in construction management and forensic investigations. He holds engineering in training certification in Georgia.
Edward C. Haight
Founder
Edward C. Haight, PhD, PE, founded the predecessor firm in 1993 and remains of counsel. With academic and military engineering experience, he established the firm's focus on forensic analysis and litigation support for construction disputes.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil, structural, and forensic engineering services including construction defect analysis, ADA compliance assessments, and expert witness testimony for litigation support.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we serve residential homeowners, commercial building owners, and property managers with structural evaluations, building code compliance, and forensic investigations.
Are your engineers licensed in Georgia?
All our engineers hold professional engineering registration in the State of Georgia with specialized certifications in structural design and construction practices.
Can you provide expert testimony for construction disputes?
Our firm specializes in litigation support, offering expert witness testimony and forensic analysis for construction defect claims and building code compliance disputes.
How do you handle construction defect investigations?
We conduct comprehensive forensic evaluations of structural components, building envelopes, and construction methods to identify defects. Clients receive detailed reports documenting findings and repair recommendations.
What areas of Georgia do you service?
While based in Davisboro, we provide engineering services statewide across Georgia for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
