Residential and commercial property inspections, storm damage investigations, forensic assessments and expert reporting.
Explore Our ServicesRequest an InspectionResidential and commercial property inspections focused on hurricane and storm damage, construction defects, moisture intrusion, roofing systems and building envelope performance.
General Forensic Experts brings a broad portfolio of property assessment services together under one professional resource. From the homebuyer seeking a detailed inspection to the attorney evaluating a disputed property claim, our approach is evidence-driven, thorough and clearly documented.
We support homeowners, investors, commercial property owners, property managers, attorneys, lenders, restoration providers and insurance professionals. Services requiring a professional engineer or other regulated license are performed or overseen by appropriately qualified professionals.
Discuss Your ProjectSpecialized services for properties of all sizes, from single-family homes to commercial facilities and multi-building portfolios.
Buyer and seller inspections, property condition reviews, four-point and wind mitigation assessments, roof inspections, moisture investigations and maintenance evaluations.
Request inspection →Building condition surveys, roof and exterior envelope assessments, pre-purchase due diligence, preventative maintenance and pre/post-storm inspections.
Explore commercial inspections →Origin-and-cause reviews for wind, hail, water intrusion, plumbing losses, roof damage, construction defects and other reported property damage.
Learn more →Structural and building envelope evaluations, engineering investigations, recertification and milestone inspections, and engineering reports where applicable.
Request an evaluation →Mold inspections, moisture source investigations, sampling and analysis, indoor air quality assessments and mold assessment documentation.
Learn more →Repair and replacement scopes, itemized damage estimates and supporting documentation for property claims, restoration and litigation.
View estimating services →Renovation property reviews, repair work scopes, contractor estimate reviews, progress inspections and draw documentation.
View 203(k) services →Roof covering inspections, leak investigations, stucco and façade assessments, window and door evaluations, and water intrusion diagnostics.
Request roof inspection →High-resolution aerial photography and video for roof coverings, commercial buildings, facades, elevated components, storm damage surveys and property condition documentation. Flights are subject to FAA regulations and site conditions.
Explore drone services →Moisture mapping, non-invasive and direct meter readings where appropriate, leak investigations and evaluation of water-affected roofs, walls, ceilings and interiors.
Explore moisture inspections →Infrared thermography to identify temperature anomalies associated with suspected moisture, insulation irregularities and building-envelope concerns, corroborated by other inspection findings.
Explore thermal inspections →Drone imaging, infrared thermography, moisture mapping, storm readiness assessments, reinspection and expert documentation.
Discuss specialty scope →Documentation of your property’s condition before a storm can make a meaningful difference when an insurance carrier questions whether damage is new, pre-existing, or related to maintenance. Without a reliable baseline, it may be more difficult to distinguish storm-related changes from wear and tear, deterioration, older repairs, or previous water intrusion.
Our Pre-Storm Property Inspections provide dated photographic documentation of accessible roofing components, exterior walls, windows, doors, openings, interior ceilings and walls, and accessible attic conditions.
We record observable defects, prior repairs and moisture indications and provide maintenance recommendations so property owners can address concerns before severe weather.
Post-Storm Inspections document observed roof, exterior, opening, attic and interior conditions, including displaced materials and signs of water intrusion. Where available, findings are compared with pre-storm photographs, maintenance and repair records, and other relevant evidence.
Our assessments include condition-specific recommendations, additional evaluation needs, and steps to preserve documentation before repairs alter the evidence.
Insurance carriers may attribute reported conditions to wear and tear, deferred maintenance, construction deficiencies or earlier losses. A consistent before-and-after property record can help clarify the timing and extent of observed changes.
When appropriate, a separate causation assessment examines weather information, physical evidence, inspection history and reasonable alternative explanations to develop supported findings.
Routine roof and exterior inspections, HVAC servicing, plumbing and shower checks, moisture monitoring, and mold or indoor air quality assessments when warranted help protect the property and build a useful maintenance history. Every assessment includes recommendations appropriate to the observations and inspection scope.
Inspection documentation may assist claim evaluation, but does not establish coverage or guarantee claim approval or payment. Coverage decisions depend on policy terms and applicable facts.
Our damage causation assessments examine observed conditions, site histories, weather information, building components and alternative explanations to develop well-supported conclusions. We provide inspection-based reports, photographic documentation and expert support for property claims and disputes.
Available as field inspections or document-based assessments when the supplied evidence supports reliable conclusions.
Request Damage AssessmentVisual moisture and mold assessments, moisture readings, thermal imaging, sampling coordination, indoor air quality investigations, and findings documented for remediation planning. Testing and regulated services subject to appropriate licensing and scope.
Itemized estimates for residential and commercial damage; roof, interior, exterior and building envelope repair scopes; supporting quantities, photographs and documentation. Estimates can be provided independently or paired with a damage causation assessment.
Property evaluations, feasibility and rehabilitation scope documentation, contractor bid and repair estimate review, renovation progress inspections, draw inspections and final completion review. HUD-required consultant functions are offered only through eligible, approved professionals and where applicable to the loan program.
Roof and exterior condition surveys, storm damage mapping, hard-to-reach building elevations, multi-building properties and inspection photo logs. Drone imagery can support causation investigations, commercial maintenance surveys and loss estimates; aerial images do not replace hands-on inspection where needed.
Moisture meter surveys, moisture mapping, leak pathway investigation and documentation of affected interior and exterior building components. Findings can be integrated with mold assessments and water damage causation reports.
Infrared camera surveys of roofs, ceilings, walls and other accessible building components to locate thermal anomalies that warrant further investigation. Thermal findings are interpreted with visual observations and appropriate moisture testing; temperature patterns alone do not establish the presence or cause of moisture.
Engineering evaluations of reported structural and envelope problems, building recertification and milestone assessment support, and specialized signed-and-sealed deliverables when contracted and required.
We establish the property type, concerns, inspection objectives and available background documents.
Qualified professionals evaluate conditions, gather photographs, measurements and supporting evidence.
You receive a clear scope-specific report, recommendations, loss estimate or supporting technical documentation.
Practical guidance on property inspections, storm damage documentation, water intrusion and building care.
A careful photographic record can help establish the conditions observed after wind-driven rain or a storm.
Read article →Prompt documentation and moisture evaluation help identify the affected materials and limit further deterioration.
Read article →A systematic property assessment supports informed decisions about building maintenance and potential repairs.
Read article →Educational information only. Individual property conditions require project-specific evaluation.
Request an inspection, causation assessment, engineering evaluation, mold survey, FHA 203(k) service or repair loss estimate.
Share the property address, service requested, building type and a brief description of your project so our team can help determine the next steps.
Email a Service RequestSpecialized credentials and training support our residential, commercial, forensic, mold and aerial inspection services. Individual qualifications and licenses vary by inspector and engagement.
