Forensic Engineering: When Buildings Fail or Damage Strikes
We analyze the root cause of structural damage to help you make informed decisions and support insurance claims with expert insight.Â
When disaster hits, be it a sudden roof collapse, storm damage, or mysterious cracks in your foundation, you are left with more questions than answers. That’s where RSH Engineering & Construction steps in.Â
Our Forensic Engineering Service is built around one goal: getting to the root of what went wrong. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a construction flaw, or aging materials giving way, our job is to investigate the situation in depth and provide a clear, evidence-based explanation.
How Do We Uncover the Real Cause of Damage
Think of us as structural detectives. We visit the damaged property, inspect every inch, ask the right questions, and gather data through hands-on analysis. Our forensic engineers study:
- How the damage started
- What caused it to spread
- What part of the structure failed
- How past maintenance or oversight may have contributed
This approach lets us recreate the event, understand the failure, and report findings that stand strong for insurance, repairs, or court proceedings.Â
Types of Damage We Look Into
We investigate many kinds of property and structure issues, they are:
- Storm and hail damage
- Tornado and high-wind destruction
- Flooding, water leaks, and seepage
- Fire, smoke, and explosion damage
- Foundation cracks, shifting, or sinking
- Corrosion, rust, and long-term wear
- Roof collapse from snow load or falling trees
No matter how big or small, every case gets the same level of attention
What Do You Receive From Our Investigation
Our work ends with a complete report that clearly explains what happened and why. This isn’t just for reading; it can help with insurance claims, legal cases, or planning safe repairs. The report includes photos, measurements, and explanations that tell the full story without confusing terms.Â
We know time matters, so we move quickly to collect information while it’s fresh and get the answers to you as soon as possible.Â
Who We Work With
Why Clients Trust RSH Engineering & Construction
Our approach is hands-on and thorough. We don’t rush the process or rely on assumptions. We look closely, test where needed, and document everything. We have worked with materials like concrete, steel, wood, and masonry, so we know how each one reacts under stress. By combining close observation with practical testing, we deliver answers that help you make informed decisions.
Ready to Find Out What Really Happened to Your Property?
Frequently Asked Questions on Forensic Engineering Services:
We start with a site visit to document visible and hidden damage when we use testing and analysis to trace how the problem began and spread.
Our team inspects the damaged area, measures, and reviews materials, then recreates the sequence of events to explain the failure with evidence.
Yes, we visit the property to examine affected areas in detail, where we record photos and notes that later become part of a clear, professional report.
Our reports provide a factual story of what happened with photos and measurements, where they guide homeowners on repairs and give insurers solid evidence.
We investigate issues like roof collapses, wall cracks, corrosion, and water seepage by testing materials, and we inspect the exact cause of failure.
Yes, we review electrical and mechanical systems affected by damage where our findings include the source of failure and its impact on the property.
