FORENSIC ENGINEERING

E.M. Tech performs forensic investigations of structures and elements, including pavements, retaining walls, reinforced and unreinforced slopes, bridges, storm drainage systems, etc., that have failed and/or show signs of distress. Some examples of Forensic Investigation Services include the following:

• On-site observation and inspection
• Plan review
• Document review
• Sampling
• Field tests
• Materials Testing in the laboratory
• Analysis, when required
• Reporting

E.M. Tech’s engineers are very familiar with the history of many different types of failures in the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC metropolitan area. E.M. Tech’s engineers investigate the structure elements using specialized equipment, investigative procedures and measuring techniques, perform analysis using specialized computer software, and provide recommendations for remediation and repairs.