Structural, Architectural, and Civil Engineering

Failures occur when the capacity of a structure or building component is exceeded by the forces applied. Frequent causes of overloading or failure include construction and design deficiencies; defective materials; structural and foundation movement; weather and natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, wind, hail, earthquakes, and floods; fires and explosions; vibrations and impacts; improper or deferred maintenance; deterioration; and improper usage of the structure.

The experts at Forensix specialize in determining the cause of the failure, identifying design and construction defects, and determining the extent of damage and reparability of a structure or building component. Forensix specializes in the assessment of a wide variety of structures and structural components across a wide spectrum of construction, including residential, commercial, high-rise, historical, industrial, institutional, religious, healthcare, agricultural, marine, and infrastructure.

Forensix has extensive experience in the investigation of: partial or complete structural collapse; damage to and failure of foundation systems; damage from structural movement; damage to or failure of building envelope components such as roofing, building veneer, and window systems; resultant damage to and deterioration of structural framing systems; damage to and failure of retaining walls, civil grading and drainage systems, and pavement distress, among many others. The experts at Forensix are also experienced and adept at developing remediation strategies, repair protocols, and civil, structural, and architectural solutions to strengthen defective, damaged, and at-risk civil and structural systems and building components.