Greg Lason, PE, is a licensed Professional Engineer in Arizona, Illinois, and Michigan, specializing in building envelope evaluation, repair design, and construction consulting for multi-family, HOA, and commercial properties. With over 20 years of experience in the condominium and townhome industry, Mr. Lason is recognized for delivering practical, code-compliant solutions for complex building conditions.
As Principal of Higher Ground Engineering, Mr. Lason focuses on the evaluation and repair design of critical exterior building systems, including balconies, elevated walkways, decks, roofing systems, façades, stucco/EIFS assemblies, and moisture intrusion issues. His work prioritizes durability, constructability, and cost-effective solutions to extend the service life of buildings while reducing long-term risk for property owners and associations.
Mr. Lason’s expertise includes structural assessment of exterior components, construction specification development, forensic building investigations, and capital improvement project planning. His background in both engineering design and hands-on construction management allows him to bridge the gap between design intent and field execution, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and in accordance with industry standards.
He has extensive experience working with homeowner associations (HOAs), community managers, attorneys, and contractors, providing engineering reports, repair drawings, and construction administration services for large-scale renovation and rehabilitation projects. His approach emphasizes clear communication, defensible documentation, and alignment with applicable building codes and standards.
Mr. Lason is an active leader in the building inspection and engineering community. He currently serves as President of the Association of Building Inspection and Design Professionals (ABID) and has been a long-standing member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), where he has contributed as a speaker, published author, and committee leader.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Cedarville University and maintains professional licensure across multiple states, supporting clients throughout the United States with specialized expertise in building envelope systems and exterior structural repairs.