Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Building Science Engineers in Toronto
Brown & Beattie, established in 1998, specializes in building science, structural, and forensic engineering. Our team of professional engineers delivers expertise in building maintenance, restoration, and sustainability by prioritizing client objectives and simplifying technical complexities. We serve public, private, and insurance sectors, offering services such as condition assessments, construction review, and litigation support. Our reputation for practical solutions is built on decades of experience addressing structural challenges, from balconies to parking garages.We emphasize sustainable practices, integrating technologies like green roofs to reduce lifecycle costs. Our deliverables include detailed reports with actionable recommendations, construction documentation for permits, and expert testimony in legal disputes. With offices in Richmond Hill and Guelph, we serve Southern Ontario, providing tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our long-standing relationships with condominium corporations, property managers, and insurance adjusters.
Services
Insurance Investigations
Building Restoration Design
Reserve Fund Studies
Condition Assessments
Construction Review
Litigation Support
Performance Audits
Repair Planning
Due Diligence
Capital Expenditure Planning
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of forensic engineering expertise in Ontario
- Practical, cost-effective repair strategies tailored to client needs
- Sustainable building practices integrated into all projects
- Expert insurance claim assessments with rapid response
- Comprehensive construction review safeguarding client interests
Services
Insurance Investigations
We provide detailed structural evaluations for insurance claims, identifying damage causes and repair scopes. Our engineers assess fire, weather, and construction-related incidents, delivering clear reports for adjusters and legal proceedings. Services include code compliance reviews and expert testimony to resolve disputes efficiently.
Building Restoration Design
Our team designs customized restoration plans for concrete, steel, and masonry structures. We address parking garages, facades, and roofing systems, ensuring permit-ready documentation. Solutions balance durability with cost-effectiveness for residential and commercial properties.
Reserve Fund Studies
We conduct Ontario Condominium Act-compliant studies forecasting 5-30 year capital expenditures. Our analysis includes physical inspections and financial modeling to guide reserve fund allocations for high-rise and low-rise condominiums.
Condition Assessments
Our engineers perform visual and technical evaluations of building components using thermographic scans and material testing. Reports prioritize repairs with cost estimates, helping owners plan maintenance for roofs, balconies, and foundations.
Construction Review
We monitor construction compliance with specifications through site inspections and material testing. Our services include contract administration, budget tracking, and final quality assurance to protect owner investments during restoration projects.
People
Tim Beattie
President
With over two decades of leadership, Tim oversees strategic direction and technical excellence in forensic engineering projects across Ontario.
Jeremy Nixon
Vice President
Jeremy manages building science initiatives, specializing in envelope restoration and sustainable design solutions for complex structures.
Brad Gascoigne
Director, Building Science
Brad leads technical teams in diagnosing structural failures and developing innovative repair methodologies for residential and commercial properties.
Stephen MacDougall
Director, Structural Engineering
Stephen specializes in forensic analysis of concrete and steel structures, providing expert testimony in high-profile litigation cases.
Matthew Foster
Managing Engineer
Matthew oversees building envelope projects, combining technical expertise with practical solutions for restoration and moisture management challenges.
Questions
What engineering services does Brown & Beattie offer?
We specialize in forensic engineering, building restoration, insurance investigations, condition assessments, and litigation support for residential and commercial properties.
Do you serve areas outside Southern Ontario?
Our primary focus is Southern Ontario, but we evaluate projects in adjacent regions based on scope and resource availability.
Are emergency engineering services available after hours?
Yes, our team responds to urgent structural issues and insurance claims with temporary stabilization solutions when needed.
How do you ensure sustainable building practices?
We incorporate green technologies like energy-efficient roofing systems and prioritize long-term repair materials in all projects.
Can you assist with condominium reserve fund studies?
Yes, we conduct comprehensive reserve fund studies compliant with Ontario Condominium Act requirements for properties of all sizes.
Reviews (1)
Socratis Kosmidis
Jan 20, 2021
Report
Arthex PM has been working with Brown and Beattie now for over 10 years on numerous projects and has found the whole team very knowledgeable professional and excellent to work with. We highly recommend them.
