Areas of expertise

We are a multi-disciplined Forensic Engineering firm specializing in damage investigation and failure analysis. RFE has an experienced staff of qualified architects, engineers and construction professionals.

ARCHITECTURAL, CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL

RFE evaluates all types of building systems to determine the cause of loss and extent of damage, as well as construction and design defects.

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL

RFE evaluates mechanical and electrical damage across a broad spectrum, from residential to commercial — including HVAC, plumbing, boilers, fire suppression systems, and electrical equipment and devices.

COST ESTIMATES

RFE provides detailed, accurate cost estimates developed by registered professional engineers utilizing industry-standard Xactware software.

FIRE INVESTIGATIONS

RFE provides fire investigations for any type of mechanical-electrical systems, as well as gas and electric appliances, heavy equipment and vehicles.

RFE LABORATORY AND EVIDENCE EXAMINATIONS

At RFE, our highly respected professionals have specialized training and equipment to perform in-house evidence inspections of a variety of products to determine the cause and culpability of losses.

INFRARED INSPECTION SERVICES

RFE has extensive experience conducting professional, non-invasive infrared (IR) evaluations for residential, commercial, industrial and manufacturing facilities.

DRONE & ROBOT INSPECTIONS

Staying current with innovative technologies, Rudick Forensic Engineering offers both Aerial Drone and Remote-Controlled Robot Inspections.

REPAIR AND RESTORATION DESIGN

RFE provides unique expertise to assist restoration contractors, insurance adjusters, or building owners with damage repair scopes and repair designs.