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

Since relocating to California nine years ago, I have worked with several structural engineers. KNA is head and shoulders above the others I have worked with and is my go-to structural engineer. Their entire staff is extremely responsive and conducts all business in a highly professional manner. Their engineering approach and code expertise means they …
Leigh Anne Jones, AIA Little

For more than 20 years, Dealey Renton has been proud to be KNA’s insurance broker. It is always been apparent that they are committed to providing excellent service and consistent professional results that support their client’s objectives. Their focus on confidence and collaboration is a model for any design firm.
Kenneth J. Wittman Senior Vice President Dealey, Renton & Associates

For the past 20 years KNA Structural Engineers has been one of the most successful companies we have in our A/E/P client base. As their CPA and business consulting firm, we can attest to what a conservative management philosophy and attention to client service can result in: namely, consistent financial success from year-to-year and many …
Joe Belden Belden, Hiramoto, Liu & Co., LLP

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