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Engineering Specialists Incorporated
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Structural Engineering Services

We evaluate all types of structures for a variety of structural concerns, issues and damage.

Building facade reinforced with exterior steel cross-bracing
Broken reinforced concrete with exposed rusted rebar
What We Evaluate

Comprehensive structural evaluations

Engineering Specialists, Inc. evaluates all types of structures for a variety of structural concerns, issues and damage. Our experts will determine the cause, whether it is an ongoing problem and offer recommendations for corrective action. We evaluate any structural issue, concern, or collapse.
  • Masonry structures
  • Concrete structures
  • Wood construction
  • Steel construction
  • Mixed steel and concrete structures
  • Bridges and roadways
  • Tilt-up wall panels
  • Pre-fabricated buildings
  • Retaining walls
Brick wall fitted with steel structural anchor plates
Extent of Structural Damage

Discovering the full scope of structural issues

Accurately evaluating the full extent of damage can be difficult if you don't know where to look. Damage may be caused by something hidden, and damage to one location may cause unexpected issues elsewhere. Our extensive experience in forensic evaluation of property damage combined with our expertise in construction means we have the qualifications to figure out what is happening, why it is happening and the full damage implications to all parts of a property.
  • Hidden damage to covered structural elements
  • Damage in another location from movement in another
  • Issues with concealed electrical and mechanical equipment
  • Reduction of usable life of a structural component
  • Water penetration through cracks
  • Aesthetic issues from misalignment or damage
Cracked, shifting brick wall above a concrete foundation
Creative Structural Repair Solutions

Cost-effective repair and preservation

Not all structural concerns mean the structure is unusable. We have over 35 years of experience figuring out the most cost-effective methods of repairing, renovating and preserving structures. We have experience in design, construction, and code compliance giving us a breadth of knowledge to find you the most cost-effective solutions. We have fixed complicated issues at critical facilities such as large manufacturing businesses and water treatment plants that have no margin of error for downtime. You can be sure that our extensive knowledge of construction and structural issues means we can figure out your best options no matter how complex the structural issue you are facing may seem.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

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What does a forensic structural evaluation involve?

A forensic structural evaluation inspects a building or structure to identify damage, its cause, and its extent. Our engineers document conditions, diagnose the underlying issue, and report findings you can act on.

How do you determine the extent of structural damage?

We evaluate the structure firsthand and uncover hidden issues behind visible symptoms, distinguishing cosmetic damage from structural damage so the full scope is understood rather than under- or over-stated.

When should I have a structural engineer evaluate a building?

After any event or sign that raises concern: cracks, settlement, storm or fire damage, or a suspected defect. Earlier evaluation preserves evidence and clarifies cause before repairs begin.

Can you assess a building after a storm, fire, or collapse?

Yes. We evaluate structures damaged by storms, fire, impact, and collapse, and identify whether the damage is from the event, a pre-existing condition, or a construction defect.

Do you provide structural findings for claims and litigation?

Yes. Our licensed Professional Engineers document defensible findings and provide expert testimony for insurance claims and litigation. See our litigation support services.

Related services

Fire & Explosion InvestigatorsNAFI certified
Licensed Professional EngineersMechanical · Structural · Civil
Independent Third PartyUnbiased, objective evaluations
Nationwide ResponseOmaha lab · Los Angeles office

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