Forensic engineering helps to answer the question “why?”  Engineering practices and principles are utilized to determine and interpret the cause(s) and origin(s) associated with failures or conditions of concern regarding a building envelope and its components.

EES Group, Inc. is one of the foremost authorities in the forensic industry.  We understand the importance of determining the cause and origin of forensic matters accurately, without bias, within a responsive timeframe, and at a competitive rate.  With over 100 years of combined experience, EES is uniquely qualified to respond to your forensic engineering needs.  The links below provide detailed information regarding our forensic services.

Appraisals

Disputes can arise between the insured and the insurance company as to what amount of damage has occurred...

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Hail

EES’ staff has over two decades of experience utilizing AutoCAD® to produce design/construction drawings to be...

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Mold C&O

Molds, mushrooms, mildews, and yeasts are all classified as fungi; a kingdom of organisms different from plants...

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Thermal Imaging

Thermal imaging refers to the use of cameras that utilize infrared radiation to detect the presence of...

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Water C&O

Water damage is often costly to repair yet hard to initially detect. If allowed to persist, either knowingly...

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Equipment Failures

Unintended and unforeseen equipment failures can pose problems from minor inconveniences up to dangerous...

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Lightning

Property damage from lightning strikes has been estimated to be between 4 and 5 billion dollars each year...

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Piping/Plumbing Failures

One of the more damaging events which can occur within a building is the failure of an internal plumbing line...

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Umpire

Experience has shown that approximately 90% of cases involved with the appraisal process can be resolved...

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Wind

Excessive winds have the potential to cause considerable amounts of damage to roof systems and exterior finishes...

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Moisture Surveys

Persistent elevated amounts of moisture within building materials and components can lead to issues with mold...

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Roof Consulting

One of the most important parts of a building envelope is the roof covering. A roof covering protects the building...

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