about us

 Over 40 years of construction related expertise, including 17+ years of expert witness experience, allows Merlin's exceptional quality and integrity to highlight his professional, extensive career. Areas of expertise include: Distinctive Custom Homes, General Carpentry & Structural Framing, Plans and Specifications Compliance, Fine Finish Carpentry, Commercial & Residential Remodeling, Historical Restoration, Contracting Business Practices, Light Commercial Construction/Tenant Improvements

 The highest standard and detailed precision is poured into each case, while reviewing the facts objectively and giving a professional overview of  the strengths and weaknesses presented. 

Every construction defect case is unique and requires a keen eye for detail and professional, honest  assessment.
    

 Merlin is a professional Santa Claus  and devotes much of his time during the holiday season to charity events  and humanitarian groups relating to homelessness and The Road Home, a  Salt Lake nonprofit organization that shelters, houses and provides  assistance to homeless men, women and families.

Marjorie Cortez of the Deseret News says, “Utahn Merlin Taylor is Santa with a cause”

 To offer expert witness, and building  consultant services-- with integrity, exceptional quality, and professionalism while also working within our local communities to create awareness, raise funds and promote Goodwill.  

Comprehensive Litigation (A+) Support Services “CLASS”
Merlin Taylor

Salt Lake City, Utah 84121 

Phone: (801) 808-7856

Email: merlin@merlintaylor.com

Blog: merlintaylor.wordpress.com

CLASS - Merlin Taylor, Consultant / Construction Defects Expert

June 2011 to present:  Comprehensive Litigation (A+) Construction Consulting "CLASS" -Premier  Litigation Support Services, Construction Defect Resolution, Xactimate  Estimating, Insurance Claims & Construction Consulting

February 2006 to May 2019: A partner and independent consultant with the Utah based company, ADVISE AND CONSULT, INC.  This firm provides expert witnesses and industry professionals for assisting with  construction defect claims and building/construction related litigation.