Investigative Engineering / Forensic Sciences

As a full service firm, CES, Inc. can offer a wide range of Investigative Engineering (IE) and Forensic services. Our team of professional engineers, scientists, and trained associates understand the unique requirements of our IE / Forensic clients. We also have access to a national network of engineering firms and specialists to fully support any IE / Forensic request. As a company, we are dedicated to providing quality and cost effective solutions in a timely manner. This is reflected by our approach to each investigation and our report findings that are clear, concise, and written to be easily understandable by the non-technical reader.

CES offers the following Investigative Engineering / Forensic Services:

Structural Evaluations
Our Structural Engineers can assist in determining the cause of many types of structural failures or problems including building collapse / structural failure, snow loads, fire/heat damage, foundation damage, blasting claims, structural steel, wind damage, building conditions, and many others.

Fire Inspections
Our staff and network of engineers are continually trained in current and acceptable fire investigation techniques in accordance with the guidelines of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). We have structured our services to meet the specific needs of the insurance industry and the legal community.

Vehicle Accident Investigations/Reconstruction
CES Traffic Engineers and surveyors can provide vehicle accident and reconstruction services ranging from speed calculations to complete accident reconstruction studies.

Environmental Investigations
Our staff of Environmental Engineers and Scientists can provide support for a wide range of environmental investigations including spills, corrective action, underground storage tank removal, hazardous waste, remediation planning, landfill and solid waste, water/wastewater, and many other complicated environmental issues.

Expert Witness
Our IE / Forensic experts are experienced in providing expert witness testimony. We understand the need for preparation, thorough documentation, and clear presentations when assisting attorneys in litigation matters. We also have skilled staff who can help prepare visual aids and exhibits for presentation.

Other IE / Forensic Services
Product Failure / Liability
Air Quality/Mold Testing
Geoprobe® Investigations
Evidence Testing/Storage
Water Damage
Timely Responses
Clear / Concise Reports
National Engineering Network: I-ENG-A
Mitigation Support