Commercial Roofing: An Advanced Discussion on Wind & Hail
Commonly called “flat roofs,” most commercial buildings are actually clad with roof systems that provide about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot of positive drainage. These roof systems are constructed...
View ArticleEstimating Hail Size from Radar
Weather research is a key ingredient in forensic engineering investigations, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. Forensic engineering considers all data relevant to a specific scope of work, and...
View ArticleAsk an Expert: Inspecting Damages After a Hurricane
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleFAA Authorizes DONAN for Nighttime Drone Operations
Under the new FAA regulations that went into effect August 29th, commercial drone flights are prohibited outside of daylight hours unless the operator receives special authorization from the FAA. We...
View ArticleAsk an Expert: Will Shingles Reseal?
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleChoosing A CAT Response Partner: What You Need To Know
The right strategic partnerships are a powerful tool for effective catastrophe preparedness. As Donan supports our clients’ response to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, we’re aligning our priorities with...
View ArticleAsk An Expert: Hurricane & Flood Events
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleAsk an Expert: Investigating HVAC Damages
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleAsk An Expert: Hail Damage to Residential Roofs
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleAsk an Expert: Hail Damage to EPDM Roofing
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleAsk An Expert: How Does Wind Damage Buildings?
Ask An Expert is a question-and-answer column designed to address common questions related to forensic investigation and property damage. Each month we’ll feature one or two questions submitted by you...
View ArticleCommercial Roofing: An Advanced Discussion on Wind & Hail
By Christopher M. Scallion, P.E. Forensic Engineer, DONAN Commonly called “flat roofs,” most commercial buildings are actually clad with roof systems that provide about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot of...
View ArticleCAT Protocol in Texas – Starts 5/2/2016
Due to the number of those affected by this month’s severe weather events in Texas and surrounding areas, Donan’s three Texas offices, which include Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Houston, will be...
View ArticleDONAN Granted Authorization for Commercial Drone Use
Donan one of two forensic investigation firms to receive FAA exemption Media Contact: Rebecca Hall, DONAN Marketing Specialist, rhall@donan.com or 800-482-5611 ext. 2084. Louisville, KY (May 19,...
View ArticleRecent Industry Updates from Around the Web
Ranked! Residential building codes in 18 hurricane-prone states Scenes from Illinois after damaging storms tear across the state Storm Surge Gains New Alerts as Atlantic Hurricane Season Nears...
View ArticleLightning Investigation is now HVAC Forensics!
Donan’s Lightning Investigation is now HVAC Forensics, a name which better encompasses the full range of services our Forensic Technicians provide. Beyond inspecting units for lightning or power surge...
View ArticleDONAN Responding to Recent Severe Weather
A powerful storm system swept across the country between February 23 and February 25, 2016. Strong storms and tornadoes caused significant damage to homes and businesses, and turned deadly in some...
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