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  dentification of defects and their causes is subject to interpretation by experts, but the central question is whether the alleged defect results from inadequate blueprint or specification details, poor workmanship, defective materials, deviation from manufacturers' installation recommendations, or improper maintenance. Thorough review of plans, specifications, permits, inspection reports and testing data is critical in the initial analysis.
 nce the proper identification has been made, and it has been determined that the cause was not due to improper maintenance, then the most effective method of remediation must be developed. Only after all the defects have been identified and the appropriate scope of work for remediation has been developed, can the preparation of the repair-cost breakdowns be undertaken.
 estructive investigation of a building is typically mandated for a complete analysis. The danger of preparing the appropriate defects list and description without a thorough investigative inspection and analysis cannot be overstated. Without this thorough investigation the probability of missing important defective construction elements, both patent and latent, is large. This oversight of additional defective conditions can thus greatly diminish the effective outcome of the case, leaving insufficient funds to complete the required remediation work.
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