Forensic Engineering & Architecture

Why Choose YA?

At YA Group, our highly specialized multidisciplinary team of professionals are skilled in the evaluation and repair of existing buildings and structures. Our engineers, architects, materials scientists, seismic engineers, meteorologists, and non-destructive testing specialists have decades of experience and deep technical knowledge. Our experts bring clear insights and analysis to complex forensic investigations. We collaborate with a variety of client types from claim professionals, attorneys, property owners or management teams, general contractors and other design professionals to provide clear, defensible opinions and sound solutions.

Our Forensic Engineering and Architecture capabilities include:

• Investigation and diagnosis of building damage or distress
• Construction defect investigations
• Builder’s risk damage evaluations
• Structural failure analysis
• Mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection
• Electrical engineering and systems analysis
• Seismic risk assessment and design
• Building envelope and roofing analysis and design
• Water leakage testing and analysis
• Destructive and non-destructive testing
• Marine engineering and assessment
• Material testing and analysis
• Fire and explosion investigation
• Fire origin and cause analysis
• Code reviews and interpretation
• ADA compliance assessment
• Conceptual documents for pricing
• Structural and architectural repair designs
• Geotechnical evaluations
• Design drawings and specifications
• Permitting and construction administration services
• Meetings with building officials for design approval
• Management of repairs through construction
• Litigation support including expert witness testimony

Our professionals follow a proven and consistent methodology for every assignment. Our systematic approach, coupled with expertise, ensures that every finding is defensible, reliable, and actionable. We conduct prompt and comprehensive investigations and provide clear, concise reports including findings that are backed by detailed analysis and viable solutions. Every report we produce undergoes a rigorous technical review to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency. Clients choose YA for the responsiveness, reliability, and depth of expertise that we bring to every engagement.