Expert Qualifications
This highly qualified expert oversees research on the wind resistance of asphalt shingles. He received a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at the University of Florida. He is a member of the American Association for Wind Engineering. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles on the subject of asphalt shingles including the effects of wind and other environmental factors on the material. He is currently a forensic engineering specialist. Their analysis of construction and design practice is based on Code and industry standards and they have provided over $220 million worth of repair and rehabilitation correcting deficient construction and design issues. This rehabilitation includes single family homes, high rise condominiums, etc.
Bio Snapshot
- Craig Dixon
- Location: Florida
- B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Florida
- M.E., Civil Engineering, University of Florida
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Florida
- This expert's dissertation comprised of five experimental research projects that identified why asphalt shingle roofing fails in wind. The outcomes of this research have impacted the manufacturing, consulting, and design of asphalt shingle roofing for wind resistance
- Member, American Association for Wind Engineering
- Published, numerous peer-reviewed journal articles
- Lectures, invited guest speaker nationally
- Current, Forensic Specialist
