In complex litigation, an expert report is not an expense; it is the investment that sustains your defense. We understand the economic impact of your case, which is why we prepare tailored proposals after a preliminary technical assessment, with no obligation.
What do our fees depend on?
The cost of an engineering expert report is not standard. It is calculated based on the scientific rigor, physical testing, and dedicated hours required to make each file unassailable in court.
Technical and Regulatory Complexity
Scope of the pathologies to be evaluated and justification under the Technical Building Code (CTE) or industrial regulations (PG-3, EHE). Some cases require advanced structural calculations.
Physical and Laboratory Testing
To bulletproof the report, we often require Non-Destructive Testing (Thermography, Hygrometry), core sampling, geotechnical tests (SPT, DPSH), or materials analysis in accredited laboratories.
Volume of Document Analysis
Amount of execution projects, work modifications, certifications, emails, and previous rulings that we must exhaustively audit to contextualize the root cause of the claim.
Court Ratification
The oral defense of the expert report. This includes preparing the technical strategy with your legal team, attending the hearing, and presenting conclusions before the judge while withstanding cross-examination.
A proposal tailored to the reality of the litigation
A compelling and rigorous Expert Report requires time and exclusive dedication. We reject 'express' or low-cost appraisal methods based on mere visual inspections, as they easily collapse against a solid counter-expert report in court.
Our process is transparent: once you explain your case and we preliminarily audit the situation (completely confidentially and free of charge), we will provide a fixed-price proposal. This will cover fieldwork, technical writing, and official endorsement by the College of Engineers.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fees
We resolve the most common doubts regarding the costs of an expert intervention.
What is the average cost of an engineering or construction expert report?
There is no fixed rate. A preliminary technical report for localized pathologies can start at €800 - €1,500. However, complex structural expertises, audits of major works, or geotechnical studies require tailored proposals based on the necessary testing. We will provide an exact, fixed-price proposal before starting any procedure.
Does the proposal include court attendance (ratification)?
To offer maximum transparency, our proposals are divided into two independent items: 1) The study and drafting of the expert report, and 2) The fees for attendance and ratification in court. This way, if you reach an out-of-court settlement prior to the hearing, you will not have to pay the portion corresponding to the trial.
Do I have to pay in advance?
We request an initial retainer fee (usually 50%) upon accepting the assignment to cover travel costs, file opening, and the start of fieldwork. The remaining amount will be paid upon delivery of the final draft of the report, just before its official endorsement by the Professional Association.