Impartial, independent and in-depth
Impartial, independent and in-depth
At Morse Building Consultancy, we set the standard for building and engineering consultancy services. With a focus on delivering independent, factual, and unbiased insights, we serve insurers, loss assessors, and other organisations within the insurance industry, as well as clients in the private and building sectors.
Founded in 2012 by Andrew Morse—a licensed builder and contractor with over 37 years of experience—MBC stands apart in the industry as a truly independent consultancy. Our reports are crafted with integrity, providing reliable, factual perspectives to help clients navigate complex challenges confidently.
Our team of licensed building consultants and registered engineering professionals operates nationwide, from Queensland to Western Australia, ensuring our services are available wherever they’re needed. Every team member is carefully chosen for their specialist expertise in the building and construction industry, ensuring excellence in every project.
Founding Member of AiBEC
Morse Building Consultancy is proud to be a corporate founding member of the Association of Insurance Building and Engineering Consultants (AiBEC). This partnership reflects our commitment to raising industry standards, promoting best practices, and advancing professionalism in building and engineering consultancy.
AiBEC’s mission to improve expert reporting, advocate for excellence, and provide tailored training aligns perfectly with our dedication to delivering impartial, factual, and comprehensive reports for insurers, loss adjusters, and private clients.
Inside a Disaster Assessment
A post-disaster assessment or damage report isn’t just taking a few photos of fallen trees, it’s about constructing a precise timeline of destruction before the evidence disappears.
When our consultants and engineers deploy to a catastrophe zone, here is what they are actively looking for:
Documenting the footprint
We record flood depth lines, map debris patterns, and trace exact water entry points.
Finding the hidden risks
We capture comprehensive moisture readings across masonry and timber, inspecting cavities to verify wetting and contamination hazards.
Checking the bones
Our registered engineers evaluate slabs, footings, and retaining walls for subtle signs of erosion, cracking, or rotational movement.
Envelope performance
We inspect roof and facade elements for tie-down integrity, flashing continuity, and the effects of extreme wind pressures.
Our Building Consultant and Registered Engineer Services
About Andrew Morse
A Leader in Building Consultancy
Andrew Morse, based in Queensland, brings over 37 years of expertise in building and construction. As a trade-qualified carpenter and builder licensed across all Australian states and territories, Andrew has built a reputation for delivering precise and unbiased consultancy services.
With a career spanning more than 2,400 investigations, Andrew specialises in forensic building assessments for insurance claims, structural damage, and compliance issues. His expertise covers cyclones, storms, water and fire damage, structural defects, and more.
Andrew’s extensive experience and deep understanding of both the building and insurance industries allow him to provide clear, reliable insights for dispute resolution, project management, and expert witness testimony, ensuring his clients can navigate even the most complex challenges with confidence.
Get in touchWhy Choose MBC?
- Unbiased Expertise
Independent from any external firm, ensuring impartiality in every report. - National Reach
Local specialists available across Australia, ready to respond promptly to your needs. - Qualified Professionals
Our team includes only licensed and registered building consultants and engineers. - Reliable Insights
Timely, accurate, and actionable reports tailored to your requirements.
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