Post-fire structural evaluation, origin analysis, and structural safety assessment for fire-damaged residential and commercial properties.
After a fire or explosion, determining structural safety, damage extent, and repair feasibility requires specialized forensic engineering expertise. Global Forensic Engineers provides comprehensive post-fire structural assessments — evaluating load-bearing elements compromised by heat exposure, identifying hidden damage, and producing PE-stamped reports for insurance claims, litigation, and rebuild planning. Dr. Mousavi's team understands the complex interplay between fire dynamics and structural response, delivering clear, defensible findings.
Structural Integrity Assessment
Evaluation of fire-affected structural elements — wood framing, steel members, concrete, masonry — for load-bearing capacity and safety.
Heat Damage Mapping
Mapping of temperature exposure zones throughout the structure to identify areas of hidden degradation beyond visible fire damage.
Material Degradation Analysis
Assessment of steel annealing, concrete spalling, wood char depth, and fastener failure from thermal exposure.
Smoke & Soot Impact
Evaluation of smoke penetration effects on electrical systems, HVAC, and interior finishes — and resulting remediation requirements.
Explosion Damage
Analysis of blast effects on structural elements, including overpressure damage, fragmentation, and progressive collapse potential.
Rebuild vs. Repair Determination
Engineering guidance on whether fire-damaged structural components can be repaired or require full replacement per code.
Our engineers are available for same-day consultations. Licensed in 26 states with local teams nationwide.
Call (833) 511-2542Emergency structural safety assessment — determining if the structure is safe to enter.
Comprehensive post-fire inspection documenting all fire-affected structural elements.
Engineering analysis of thermal exposure, material degradation, and residual structural capacity.
PE-stamped report with safety determination, damage quantification, and repair/replacement recommendations.
Ongoing support for insurance adjustment, contractor bid review, and rebuild planning.
Common questions about our fire & explosion damage assessment services
We can typically inspect within 24–48 hours once the fire department releases the site. For urgent safety assessments, we prioritize same-day deployment when possible.
Yes — this is a critical finding in many fire investigations. Steel can lose significant strength at temperatures well below visible red heat. Wood members can be structurally compromised by heat exposure even without charring. Our forensic methodology detects these hidden effects.
Our expertise is in the structural consequences of fire, not fire origin/cause determination (which is typically performed by fire marshals or specialized fire investigators). We can coordinate with fire origin investigators to provide a complete picture for your claim or case.
Speak directly with a licensed forensic engineer about your commercial, industrial, insurance, or litigation-related engineering matter. All consultations are confidential.