Abel Crean, P.E., CGC, EIT, CIEC, is a senior forensic engineer at GeoHazards Inc., Gainesville, Fla. An experienced South Florida builder, he obtained a civil engineering degree during the recent economic recession. Crean is currently applying his experience and education to the field of forensic engineering and structural inspections, determining the cause and origin of building failures and providing expert witness testimony for insurance and construction liability claims. You can reach Abel at remodelinggc@yahoo.com.