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Jeffrey Anderson, RA, AIA

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Jeffrey E. Anderson, RA, AIA, is a licensed architect at J.S. Held, with over 30 years of experience specializing in the forensic evaluation of existing buildings. His expertise includes analyzing moisture intrusion, weather-related damage (wind, hail, freeze failures), water loss, construction defects, and post-construction distress. He provides detailed, fact-based conclusions grounded in thorough site evaluations, research, and extensive field experience.

Jeff has directed and observed thousands of intrusive test cuts into building assemblies, offering insight into low and steep-slope roofing systems, building envelopes, exterior claddings, moisture management systems, window and door penetrations, and interior finishes. His background working with civil and geotechnical engineers adds specialized knowledge in subsurface soils and foundations, grading and drainage, asphalt and concrete pavements, retaining walls, and landscape and irrigation systems.

Before focusing on forensic architecture, Jeff served as project architect for commercial developments ranging from 1 to 30 acres across Colorado. As the lead design team member, he coordinated all aspects of site and building design—including geotechnical, civil, landscape/irrigation, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. He also acted as the owner’s representative, guiding projects through planning, zoning, design, bidding, construction, and occupancy. His construction administration experience includes on-site observations, change orders, RFIs, supplemental instructions, payment applications, certificates of completion, and warranty/punch list work.

Jeff is part of J.S. Held's team of expert Forensic Architects.

Key Expertise

  • Architectural Standard of Care
  • Litigation
  • Expert Witness / Liability
  • Roof Assemblies
  • Attic Ventilation
  • Insulation
  • Wall Cladding
  • Waterproofing
  • Grading / Drainage
  • General Contractor Standard of Care
  • Building Code (IRC/IBC)
  • Interior Finishes
  • Premises Liability

Professional Registration:

  • ARC 00400595 / CO [State of Colorado Architect License]
  • American Institute of Architects (AIA), Member No. 38013030
     

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