Structural Investigations

Systematic and Disciplined Approach to Structural Investigations

Clients require accurate answers to the technical causes and the physical explanation of why a structural system underperformed or failed. Our experienced investigative team has the technical knowledge and skilled forensic aptitude that enables them to uncover the cause and origin of those problematic conditions.

We work with building owners, prospective buyers, insurance companies and law firms by offering:

Building Evaluations
Cause and Origin Determination
Damage Assessments
Post-Earthquake Damage Assessments
Insurance Support
Legal Support
Due Diligence Studies

Our thorough reporting delivers accurate and comprehensive accounting that clearly communicates the findings in an unbiased and factual manner. We are able to provide expert testimony when necessary.

Here’s What Clients Say About Us

KNA’s cost-effective designs are well detailed and lend to ease of construction, saving owners time and money.
Kent Schafer President Consulting & Inspection Services, LLC January 4, 2017

The collaborative team at KNA face-lifted the early completion of all phases and overall completion of the project. The County of San Bernardino will have the opportunity to start 911/Dispatch operations for Sheriff and County Fire and the ability to use their “Public Safety Operations Center” (command and control for emergency operations center) weeks ahead …
Luis Lizama Project Manager McCarthy Construction January 8, 2017

The KNA team has been an important part of success in a multitude of my projects throughout years. I have had the opportunity to work closely with KNA on multiple modernization and new construction educational projects since 2002. KNA leadership and their team of engineers provide innovative solutions, work closely with the project team through …
Fariba Shantiyai President LA Design Group January 7, 2017

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