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 provides an exceptional level of service on all of our projects. They are an industry leader in the use of BIM technologies for structural design. This supports and allows for our fully integrated design process. KNA is careful to develop structural design concepts that are efficient and simple, which result in ease of agency approval, fabrication …
Buddy Gessel Principal Baker Nowicki Design Group January 10, 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

I have worked with KNA Structural Engineers for over 20 years and have found them to be the best in the business. I have always been able to get accurate detailed explanations from KNA regarding their designs. They are always open to my suggestions and ideas. They perform in a very timely manner and meet their commitments. I recommend …
Mat Havens Director of Facility Acquisition & Development Antelope Valley Union High School District January 12, 2017

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