Mr. Harris has investigated over 800 explosions in residences, industrial and commercial buildings, tanks and tanker trucks, and the oil field. In addition, having attended or hosted over 800 laboratory examinations, he recognizes patterns that less-experienced explosion experts might overlook.

It takes specific knowledge of gases, appliances, pressure, altitude, venting and gas systems to conduct the explosion analysis properly and to correctly interpret the results.

The big question is:

How did fugitive gas escape the system? 

Some investigations will get hung up on determining the ignition source, which often doesn't matter. A building has multiple ignition sources: pilot lights, electric motors, light switches, static, electronics, etc. None of these ignition sources can cause an explosion without the buildup of flammable gas. Thus, it’s critical to determine what failed in the gas system. 

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Mr. Harris has successfully testified on a wide range of explosions in State and Federal courts. He prides himself in his ability to establish credibility with the jury via his simplified explanations of complex cause and effect.

You need an explosion expert who can decipher facts from assumptions, and who will be a formidable ally.  Mr. Harris is that expert.