Plumbing Expert Witnesses in California

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Plumbing expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including construction, home inspection, water treatment, HVAC systems, and fire prevention. Some of the most common specialties among plumbing expert witnesses also include pipe installation, leak detection, sewer systems, water heaters, and drain cleaning. They have provided opinions on the effects of improper installations, faulty equipment, code violations, water damage claims, and maintenance negligence.

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Mr. Jay Carey

California

Mr. Jay A. Carey has 37 years of experience in Construction & Architecture. He earned his BS in Economics from the University of California, Davis. Today, this expert is licensed as a General Contractor in the states of Nevada and California. Formerly, this expert served as a Project Manager and field Superintendent at Blair Associates, and as a Senior Consultant at Guardian Group, Inc....

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E-007874

HVAC &Plumbing Expert Witness

California

This expert has over 40 years of field experience as a plumber and HVAC contractor. He has installed, managed, and consulted for various projects. He is familiar with construction defects, claims, personal injury, costs, and product liability. He currently serves as Principal for a consulting firm dealing with plumbing, heating, HVAC, and Asbestos exposure mechanical systems.

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The Average Plumbing Expert Witness
Charges $350 / Hour

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Review Fee
$300
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Deposition Fee
$350
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Court Fee
$400
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Plumbing Expert Witness FAQs

Plumbing expert witnesses can assist with a wide range of cases, including construction defects, water damage claims, personal injury cases related to plumbing issues, and disputes over plumbing work or repairs.

A qualified plumbing expert witness should have extensive experience in the field, relevant certifications, and ideally, previous experience providing testimony in legal proceedings.

Yes. A plumbing expert witness can analyze the circumstances surrounding a pipe burst to determine if it was due to improper installation, faulty materials, or lack of maintenance.

Yes. Some experts may specialize in residential plumbing systems while others may focus on commercial or industrial systems. Others might specialize in specific areas like sewer systems or water treatment.

In construction defect cases, a plumbing expert can identify whether poor workmanship or substandard materials were used, assess compliance with building codes and standards, and estimate repair costs.

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