Structural Damage Assessment by a Licensed PE

A structural damage assessment is a professional engineering investigation into the cause, extent, and implications of damage to a building's structural elements. Raymond Gessner, PE provides independent assessments with PE-stamped reports that identify what happened, document the extent of impact, and outline what the engineering requires, giving you a reliable foundation for insurance claims, repair decisions, and legal proceedings.

Types Of Damage we assess

Storm Damage

Structural impact by wind, hail, and water is often neglected by the homeowners, which can later turn into a serious structural issue. Our expertise involves evaluating and identifying structural damage caused by storms to assist with insurance, contractors, and litigation.

Impact Damage

Damage caused by vehicular collisions, tree falls, and flying objects can affect hidden structure members even when they look structurally sound on the surface. We examine the overall damage situation beyond visible damage.

Water & Moisture Damage

Moisture can cause degradation of the framing system, compromise connections, and impact the foundation. We analyze the structural effects of moisture and determine which parts are impacted and how severely.

Settlement & Movement

These problems can result in persistent distortion of the structure. We measure the existing situation, find out the cause, and provide our engineering judgment on the direction it will take and the steps that need to be taken.

Age-Related & Pre-Existing Deterioration

The structure may have deteriorated in terms of its frame, joints, or materials in areas that cannot be readily observed. We assess the present state of the building and document our findings through engineering analysis.

How a damage assessment supports your claim or repair

An independent PE-stamped damage assessment does three things that a contractor estimate cannot:

First, it establishes cause, not just what was damaged, but what caused the damage. This distinction is often the deciding factor in insurance claims and legal disputes.

Second, it documents the full extent of structural impact, including damage that is not visible from the surface, using engineering methodology rather than a visual scan.

Third, it produces a PE-sealed report that carries evidentiary weight with insurance carriers, opposing engineers, arbitrators, and courts.

FAQs

What is a structural damage assessment?
A structural damage analysis is an engineering analysis conducted by professionals to determine the causes and extent of damage suffered by a structure. This assessment is captured in the form of an engineering report signed by a PE engineer and can be used for purposes such as insurance claims.
A contractor’s estimate focuses on the cost of repair. A structural engineering assessment focuses on the engineering, what caused the damage, which structural elements are affected, and what the engineering requires to restore structural integrity. The PE-stamped report carries evidentiary weight that a contractor estimate does not.
Yes. The presence of an independent assessment by an engineer certifying the cause and degree of damage to the structure is a powerful weapon in battling against an insurance claim denial or insufficient compensation.
Our fees vary depending on the size of the property, the complexity of damages, and the need for a technical expert witness. For a fee quote based on your individual situation, please contact us. Typically, the cost of the engineering analysis is minimal compared to its effect on your case.
Yes. We assess structural damage in residential homes, commercial buildings, and multi-family properties across 20+ states.
We assess construction defect-related structural damage as part of our forensic engineering services. If a contractor’s work has caused structural issues, we can document the cause and extent of damage and provide the engineering analysis needed for a legal or insurance claim. Get an Independent Engineering Assessment of the Damage

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