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

KNA is prompt to responding to their client’s requests, especially during time-crunching situations.
Fred Neubauer Owner Neubauer Electric

Sandy Pringle Associates has worked with KNA for many years. The quality of work has always been excellent and they are promptly responsive and are well versed with the project documents. It’s always been our pleasure to discover that KNA is part of one of our projects. They help make any project a success for the owner, the …
Sandy Pringle Principal Sandy Pringle Associates

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