I think the engineering issues on them have been resolved.I've used a number of different brands (lower price point) and haven't had issues with any of them.

Work with your attorney for what is needed to insure all subcontractors get paid by the General Contractor.Make sure the insurance covers Construction period and also materials.Talk with your Commerical insurance agent and they should address the above questions with you.If this is an older facility make sure your engineering firm has covered Fire Suppression systems and any Storm pond or drainage systems. 

It's a big money maker for architects, engineers, and contractors, but not a huge opportunity for investors, nor should it be. 

Quote from @Jeremy Dugan: I am a US Air Force and Massachusetts Air National Guard veteran with 20-years of experience as a military Civil Engineer.

On the other hand, pros include increased cash flow, engineer-based data for the clients CPA, audit protection (with the right firm) and the ability to deflect that recapture fee with a 1031 transaction.

@Kate Zieverink McMinn we just hosted a webinar with a friend in Orange County, CA that used to be a public works engineer.

Will - I work with CSSI, the premier company providing engineering based cost segregation studies in the U.S. 

I would suggest one or both of you go talk to a Civil Engineer and ask if they can see a way to accomplish what you are trying to do.

I can search it but same deal, the search engines don't evaluate the results.

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