Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Services in Bothell, WA
Criterium-Pioli/Rowe Engineers is a full-service consulting engineering firm established in 1988, specializing in building inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance planning across western Washington and Oregon. Our team of licensed Professional Engineers delivers accountability and professionalism, conducting evaluations for commercial, residential, and institutional properties. With expertise in structural, civil, and mechanical engineering, we provide tailored solutions for property condition assessments, cost segregation studies, and forensic investigations. Our commitment to clear communication ensures clients understand building performance and maintenance needs.We serve real estate investors, developers, and homeowners associations, combining technical proficiency with client-focused service. Our engineers hold advanced credentials, including decades of combined experience and adherence to rigorous professional standards. We prioritize long-term relationships, offering ongoing support for capital planning, reserve studies, and construction monitoring. Our local Bothell office provides regional expertise while leveraging a national network of engineering resources.
Services
Commercial Building Inspection
Property Condition Assessments
Cost Segregation Studies
Insurance Investigations
Expert Witness Services
Reserve Study
Transition Study
New Construction
Manufactured Homes
Building Envelope Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in building engineering and inspections.
- All inspections are conducted by licensed Professional Engineers with specialized expertise.
- We provide clear, actionable reports tailored to client-specific needs and investment goals.
- Our engineers combine technical proficiency with exceptional communication and client education.
- We offer nationwide resources with localized expertise in western Washington markets.
Services
Commercial Building Inspection
Our licensed engineers conduct thorough evaluations of commercial properties, assessing structural integrity, roofing, electrical systems, and safety compliance. We identify deficiencies and provide maintenance recommendations to support informed investment decisions. Our reports combine technical analysis with clear guidance for property owners and managers.
Property Condition Assessments
We perform ASTM-compliant assessments covering all building components, including topography, drainage, and HVAC systems. Our reports identify deferred maintenance issues and budget implications while offering customized protocols to meet specific investor requirements across western Washington and Oregon markets.
Cost Segregation Studies
Our engineering-based studies maximize tax benefits by accelerating depreciation schedules for commercial properties. We analyze building components to optimize financial returns, providing critical insights for investors and lenders evaluating real estate transactions in the Pacific Northwest region.
Insurance Investigations
We conduct detailed forensic investigations to determine property damage causes for insurance claims. Our engineers assess structural failures, storm damage, and fire-related issues while providing expert testimony and repair recommendations to support claims evaluation and risk assessment.
Reserve Study
Our engineers develop comprehensive reserve studies for homeowner associations, analyzing asset lifecycles and replacement costs. We provide funding strategies and maintenance plans to ensure long-term financial stability while offering on-site presentations to explain findings to community stakeholders.
People
Doug Rowe
President
Doug Rowe leads Criterium-Pioli/Rowe Engineers with over 30 years of experience in building diagnostics and engineering consulting. He specializes in commercial property assessments and has managed thousands of inspections across western Washington. His expertise includes structural analysis, capital planning, and client education.
Questions
What services does Criterium-Pioli/Rowe Engineers offer?
We provide commercial building inspections, property condition assessments, cost segregation studies, insurance investigations, and reserve studies for homeowner associations across western Washington and Oregon.
How long has the company been in business?
Criterium-Pioli/Rowe Engineers has served clients since 1988, providing engineering consulting services for over 35 years with a focus on building diagnostics and property assessments.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, all our building inspections and assessments are conducted by licensed Professional Engineers with specialized expertise in structural, civil, and mechanical engineering disciplines.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve King, Snohomish, Pierce, Thurston, and Kitsap counties in western Washington, with additional capabilities for commercial projects in Oregon.
How do you handle complex property assessments?
Our engineers combine field inspections with detailed reporting, following ASTM standards for property condition assessments while providing customized solutions for investor-specific requirements and capital planning needs.
