Stoney Bachman – Termite Damage Expert Witness & Consulting Specialist
- (803) 387-0087
- blackwater0021@gmail.com
- PO Box 441 Norway, South Carolina 29113
Stoney Bachman Bio
Stoney Bachman is a nationally recognized entomology and pest management professional with decades of experience investigating termite damage, wood-destroying organisms, structural infestations, and pest-related litigation matters throughout the Southeastern United States. A Board Certified Entomologist (BCE), Stoney earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University and has built a distinguished career focused on the science, identification, prevention, and evaluation of termites and other wood-destroying organisms. As a respected Stoney Bachman Termites Expert, he provides independent inspections, expert analysis, litigation support, and courtroom testimony for attorneys, insurance professionals, commercial property owners, and homeowners involved in complex pest-related disputes. His work as a Termite Damage Expert Witness is recognized for its technical accuracy, objectivity, and adherence to accepted industry standards.
Throughout his career, Stoney Bachman has conducted more than 300 structural inspections involving termite infestations, wood-destroying fungi, moisture-related deterioration, and pest management failures. He served as the first entomologist for the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDOC), where he developed and implemented pest management programs for correctional facilities across the state. His professional experience also includes ownership and operation of an Orkin franchise, providing him with firsthand expertise in inspection protocols, treatment practices, regulatory compliance, and pest control operations. In addition, he has participated in law enforcement and investigative training programs that strengthened his skills in evidence documentation, case analysis, reporting, and expert testimony. Through Expert Witness Consulting South Carolina Stoney continues to assist legal teams, insurers, and property owners seeking scientifically supported conclusions regarding termite damage, wood destruction, and pest-related claims.
Areas of Expertise
Formosan and Native Subterranean Termite Damage
Extensive experience evaluating Formosan and native subterranean termite infestations in residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial structures. Services include structural damage assessment and treatment evaluation for legal proceedings, making Stoney a trusted Expert witness for Formosan termitestructural damage cases.
Wood Rot and Wood-Destroying Fungi
Specialized expertise in identifying and assessing structural deterioration caused by Wood Decay Fungi and moisture-related damage. Evaluations include causation analysis, remediation review, and assessment of Wood Decaying Fungi Treatment practices for insurance claims and litigation support.
Bedbugs and Cockroaches
Professional investigations involving bedbug infestations, cockroach activity, treatment failures, sanitation disputes, and property management claims. Blackwater provides Expert witness consulting in bedbug litigation for attorneys, property owners, hotels, apartment complexes, and commercial facilities.
Old House Borer Beetle Damage
Comprehensive evaluations involving wood-boring beetle infestations, structural damage, infestation timelines, and treatment effectiveness. Stoney serves as a trusted resource for Expert witness consulting in House Borer Beetle cases and functions as a Termite Old House Borer consultant for legal and insurance matters.
Carpenter Ant Wood Damage
Investigation and assessment of structural deterioration associated with carpenter ant infestations and related wood damage. As an experienced Carpenter Ant damage consultant, Stoney evaluates causation, extent of damage, inspection standards, and treatment performance.
Pest Inspection and Litigation Support
Independent review of inspection reports, pest management records, treatment documentation, real estate disclosures, and construction-related claims. These evaluations help attorneys and insurers establish factual conclusions supported by scientific evidence and industry standards.
Summary of Qualifications
- Board Certified Entomologist (BCE)
- Bachelor of Science Degree from Clemson University
- More than 300 structural inspections involving termites and wood-destroying organisms
- Former first entomologist for the South Carolina Department of Corrections
- Former owner and operator of an Orkin pest control franchise
- Extensive experience providing expert reports, deposition testimony, and trial testimony
- Qualified to investigate termite damage, wood-destroying fungi, bedbug infestations, and structural pest-related claims
- Experienced consultant for insurance disputes, construction defect claims, real estate litigation, and pest management negligence cases
- Recognized as an expert witness for Formosan termite structural damage and certified expert for wood destroying fungi damage claims in multiple state courts
- Provides professional support through blackwater pest control, Blackwater Consulting, and Black Water Consulting Services throughout the Southeastern United States.
Case History
Our Recent Case History
Sellers v Manic
Orangeburg Cty, SC (2016-CP38-01365) Nature of Litigation
Gibson v Tremex Termite & Pest
Charleston Cty, SC (2016-CP-10-6442) Nature of Litigation:
Lewis v Knight Pest Control
Beaufort Cty, SC (2014-CP-07-2723) Nature of Litigation
McCaskill v JPM Service
Dorchester Cty, SC (2016-CP-08-1162) Nature of Litigation
Oliver v Todd’s Best
Horry Cty, SC (2016-CP-26-4434) Nature of Litigation
Phillips v Fowler’s
Marshall Cty, AL (01-16-0004-1727) Nature of Litigation:
Nicholson v Pest Masters
Mobile Cty, AL (CV-2017-9000802) Nature of Litigation
The case history reflects a broad range of litigation matters involving termite infestations, wood-destroying fungi, bedbug disputes, inspection failures, insurance claims, real estate transactions, structural damage evaluations, and pest management performance issues. Through decades of field experience and courtroom involvement, Stoney Bachman has established a reputation as a trusted Termite Damage Expert Witness and consulting professional for attorneys, insurers, corporations, government agencies, and property owners throughout the region.
For legal professionals seeking Expert Witness Consulting South Carolina, Blackwater Consulting delivers independent evaluations, scientifically supported conclusions, detailed reporting, and credible testimony designed to withstand rigorous legal examination.