In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal Mortier and John O’Shea introduce PLIRIS Forensics, a new division focused on investigating building failures, supporting litigation, and helping the industry prevent costly mistakes before they happen.

Drawing from real cases and decades of combined experience, they break down what construction forensics actually is and what it isn’t. From soil issues and structural failures to HVAC mistakes and misunderstood “leaks,” this episode shows how proper investigation can uncover the truth behind building performance problems.

They also explain how PLIRIS Forensics uses tools like drones, Matterport scanning, thermal imaging, and detailed modeling to deliver unbiased, accurate conclusions for builders, attorneys, and insurance carriers.

• What construction forensics really involves
• The role of expert witnesses in defect litigation
• Why unbiased analysis matters more than opinions
• The biggest causes of building failures (soil, moisture, HVAC, design gaps)
• How modern tech improves investigations
• Real-world case stories from the field
• Why PLIRIS launched a dedicated Forensics division
• How proactive builders avoid disputes long before litigation

Forensics isn’t about blame — it’s about clarity.
Understanding how and why failures happen helps the entire industry build smarter, prevent defects, and resolve disputes with real answers, not assumptions.

👉 Learn more about PLIRIS: pliris.co
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