Adam Rich, P.E., recently purchased the Criterium-Liszkay Engineers franchise in the Columbus, Ohio area. The company began in 1970, when C.R. “Dick” Withem, P.E. opened the office. Don Liszkay, P.E. joined Withem in 1989 and bought the company in 1996. Don recently retired after selling the office to Adam. Criterium-Liszkay Engineers is the oldest engineering….
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Art Wickerham, P.E., Receives Award for Distinguished Service
Congratulations to Arthur ‘Art’ Wickerham, P.E., of Criterium-Liszkay Engineers, who was recently presented with the 2020 H. Alan Mooney Award for Distinguished Service. Art was nominated by Don Liszkay, longtime & recently retired principal of that affiliate office. Watch the award presentation video here. This award represents the very best of our organization, both in….
Criterium-Hardy is Office of the Month
Criterium-Hardy Engineers has been selected as Criterium Engineers Office-of-the-Month for May 2021. They are based in the greater St. Louis, Missouri area. Kyle and Ross Hardy’s notable qualities include they are both quick learners, have great concern for client relations, provide great engineering service and consistently prepare complete reports which are very responsive to their….
Client Spotlight: The Holy Donut
National Donut Day takes place next week and makes this a perfect time to highlight one of our favorite clients, The Holy Donut. This local company makes two million donuts a year with all-natural ingredients, including their not-so-secret ingredient: fresh Maine potatoes. They’ve been featured in national media such as The New York Times, Bon….
Section 1031 Exchanges & Cost Segregation
Great Tax Saving Tools with Similar Goals Real estate investors have known for years that 1031 property exchanges can save taxes. A cost segregation study is something else investors should consider at the same time—as both may save taxes and improve cash flow. Here’s how a cost segregation study may benefit your next transaction. Whereas….
Criterium-Pfaff Engineers is Franchise Office of the Month
Criterium-Pfaff Engineers, based in Spokane, Washington, is our Franchise Office of the Month. Ken Pfaff’s office has the second smallest territory population in the Criterium organization, at just over 500,000 people. Yet, Ken is experiencing 74% growth in 2021, has the third highest market share in the organization, and is our #7 office! The majority….
Cannabis Commercial Building Inspections
Cannabis – One of the Fastest-Growing Industries This month we highlight our clients in the cannabis industry, one of the fastest growing industries across the country. At these high-tech facilities, our engineers perform due diligence commercial building inspections for prospective real estate buyers. This may include evaluation of the very specialized requirements for HVAC, plumbing….
Client Spotlight: Bath RiverWalk
Bath RiverWalk HOA president Phil Day shared, “We learned so much working with Criterium Engineers as we transitioned ownership to our board. When our board was ready to do a reserve study, we went back to the experts at Criterium to help us make informed decisions about our community and planning for future investments.” Located….
About the Roof
Inspection Techniques for Surface Survival The roof surface of your condo building is probably the most important common element under association control. Water intrusion into the interior will cause more damage or unit owner outrage than almost any other problem brought to the board’s or property manager’s attention. It bears careful consideration. There are many….
Seeing Clearly with Window Replacement
Challenges Associated with Window Replacement Window replacement can be one of a condominium board’s greatest challenges. This is due to elements of mystery, timing, and high cost. For a variety of reasons a unit owner may want to replace one or more of her unit’s windows. After following the condo’s guidelines for obtaining approval from….