About Boatwright Building Consultants, Inc.
For 47+ years, Boatwright Building Consultants has delivered structural engineering solutions, in-depth building investigations, and expert witness services with a consistent focus on professionalism and practical results.
Licensed in California, Colorado & Indiana. Over 35,000 projects completed since 1979.
Founded in Los Angeles
Expanded services into Santa Barbara, Ventura, Riverside County, Orange County, & San Diego
Colorado office established, serving Denver & Colorado Springs regions
Expanded services to Indianapolis
Serving clients across California, Colorado & Indiana
Our Core Values
Service
Providing consistent excellence in quality
Honesty
Ensuring trust and clarity in every project
Integrity
Maintaining strong ethical standards
Experience & Notable Projects
Since its inception, Boatwright Building Consultants, Inc. has investigated or provided engineering services for over 35,000 properties, serving a diverse clientele that includes property owners, architects, attorneys, business managers, developers, and banks. Notable projects include:
Our Founder
Don Boatwright, P.E. Founder & President
Don Boatwright, P.E. is the founder and president of our company. He is a registered Civil Engineer and is licensed to practice engineering in California, Colorado, and Indiana. He previously held licenses in Florida and Texas but no longer practices engineering in those states. Mr. Boatwright holds certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, and Mechanical Inspector. He actively participates in several professional organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Structural Engineering Institute, the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, and the Seismological Society of America.
He has previously been appointed to the National Panel of Arbitrators for the American Arbitration Association, presiding over more than two dozen cases related to construction disputes. These cases varied in complexity, encompassing both single-family residences and multi-million-dollar commercial projects, and covered properties built on private and government land. In addition, Mr. Boatwright has qualified as an expert witness within the construction industry.






